monstrance

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion
  2. noun (Roman Catholic Church) a vessel (usually of gold or silver) in which the consecrated Host is exposed for adoration

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”).

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