English dictionary

monstrance

/'m/A/nstr/@/ns/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion

noun.communication

Synonyms demonstration

Source: WordNet 3.0
(Roman Catholic Church) a vessel (usually of gold or silver) in which the consecrated Host is exposed for adoration

noun.artifact

Synonyms ostensorium

Source: WordNet 3.0
A transparent pyx, in which the consecrated host is exposed to view.

noun

Source: webster1913