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Ostensorium

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  1. 1
    An ostensory, or monstrance.

    "In the cemetery, the ostensorium, also known as a monstrance, will mark the grave of a member of the clergy. This medieval device is an altar vessel of the Eucharist."

  2. 2
    (Roman Catholic Church) a vessel (usually of gold or silver) in which the consecrated Host is exposed for adoration wordnet

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