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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Within the Christian Church, a portable altar consecrated for use on unconsecrated surfaces.
2. 2
   A raised shelf or stand on the back of an altar, suitable for holding objects; a predella or gradino.

Synonyms

All synonyms

altaraltarpiececredencefrontalhobledge

Etymology

From super- + altar.

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