Bethel (b&ebreve_;th&ebreve_;l), n. [Heb. bēth-el house of God.][1913 Webster]
1. A place of worship; a hallowed spot. S. F. Adams.[1913 Webster]
2. A chapel for dissenters. [Eng.][1913 Webster]
3. A house of worship for seamen.[1913 Webster]