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superaltar

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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  • General-American: /ˈsupɚˌɔltɚ/
  • cot-caught-merger: /ˈsupɚˌɑltɚ/
  • UK: /ˈs(j)uːpəɹˌɔːltə/
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1

noun

Meaning 1

Within the Christian Church, a portable altar consecrated for use on unconsecrated surfaces.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

noun

Meaning 2

A raised shelf or stand on the back of an altar, suitable for holding objects; a predella or gradino.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: architecture

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History

Etymology

From super- + altar.