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high altar

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/aɫˈtaɾ ˈmɔɾ/al·tar-·mor

Definition

1

The principal altar of a church, usually located in the chancel or apse.

Usage examples

The priest celebrated Mass at the high altar.
The reredos of the high altar is a Baroque work of art.

Synonyms

Common combinations

reredos of the high altarto celebrate at the high altar