offertory

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Synonyms: offeror, effectory, offerors, offerture

Antonyms: offeror, effectory, offerors, offerture

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|Christianity}} A [[prayer]] said or sung as an [[anthem]] while [[offering]]s of bread and wine are placed on the [[altar]] during the Roman Catholic [[Mass]] or the Anglican [[Communion]] service. {{defdate|from 14th c.}}
2. {{lb|en|Christianity}} The part of the [[Eucharist]] service when offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar and when any collection is taken; also, the [[money]] or other things [[collected]]. {{defdate|from 15th c.}}
3. {{lb|en|Christianity|historical}} A [[linen]] or [[silken]] [[cloth]] anciently used in various ceremonies connected with the administration of the [[Eucharist]].

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