1 catholic | Definition of catholic

catholic

adjective
cath·​o·​lic | \ ˈkath-lik How to pronounce catholic (audio) , ˈka-thÉ™-\

Definition of catholic

 (Entry 1 of 2)

1a often capitalized : of, relating to, or forming the church universal
b often capitalized : of, relating to, or forming the ancient undivided Christian church or a church claiming historical continuity from it
c capitalized : roman catholic Her son goes to a Catholic school.
2 : comprehensive, universal especially : broad in sympathies, tastes, or interests a catholic taste in music