Definition of MONSTRANCE

monstrance

Meanings

Plural: monstrances

Noun

  • proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion
  • (Roman Catholic Church) a vessel (usually of gold or silver) in which the consecrated Host is exposed for adoration
  • An ornamental, often precious receptacle, either open or with a transparent cover, in which the sacramental bread (consecrated host) is placed for Eucharistic adoration.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English mustraunce, from Old French mostrance, monstrance, from post-classical Latin mōnstrantia, from classical Latin mōnstrāns, present participle of mōnstrāre (“to show”).

Scrabble Score: 14

monstrance is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
monstrance is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
monstrance is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 18

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