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1. (n.) monstrance
a receptacle, usu. of gold or silver, in which the Host is displayed for adoration.
Etymology: (1400–50; late ME
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1. (noun) demonstration, monstrance
proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion
2. (noun) monstrance, ostensorium
(Roman Catholic Church) a vessel (usually of gold or silver) in which the consecrated Host is exposed for adoration
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1. (noun) Monstrance
a transparent pyx, in which the consecrated host is exposed to view
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1. Monstrance
a transparent pyx on which the Host is exhibited on the altar to the people, or conveyed in public procession.
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