superaltar
superaltar · superaltars
Within the Christian Church, a portable altar consecrated for use on unconsecrated…Within the Christian Church, a portable altar consecrated for use on unconsecrated surfaces.
UK/ˈs(j)uːpəɹˌɔːltə/US/ˈsupɚˌɔltɚ/
Meaning
2 sensesWithin the Christian Church, a portable altar consecrated for use on unconsecrated surfaces.
A raised shelf or stand on the back of an altar, suitable for holding objects; a predella or gradino.
Origin
From super- + altar.From super- + altar.
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Forms
plural: superaltars| Singular | superaltar |
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