ostensorium
Americannoun
plural
ostensoriaEtymology
Origin of ostensorium
First recorded in 1750–60
Example Sentences
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The ostensorium is one of the vessels used at the altar, in celebrating the mass.
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He stood upright on the summit of the altar-steps, immediately in front of the ostensorium, ready to bless the princes and the people.
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But there is no reason why the assistant should present the ostensorium to the celebrant when the deacon and sub-deacon are present.
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After remaining a considerable time in prayer she felt suddenly inspired to raise her eyes and look at the holy Host in the ostensorium.
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I have a communion-service and an ostensorium for you, whose sculptures are worthy of Benvenuto Cellini.
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