Pronunciation enPR: tĕm'p(ə)l, IPA (key): /ˈtɛmp(ə)l/ Audio (UK)(file) Audio (US)(file) Noun Singular temple Plural temples (countable) A temple is a building used for religious activities. (countable) A temple is a Mormon church. (anatomy) The temple is the flat area on the side of your head. Wikiwand - on Seamless Wikipedia browsing. On steroids.Remove ads