Definitions for: Monstrance


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



Webster (1913) Definition: Mon"strance, n. [LL. monstrantia, fr. L. monstrare
to show: cf. OF. monstrance. See Monster.] (R. C. Ch.)
A transparent pyx, in which the consecrated host is exposed
to view.

Synonyms: demonstration

See Also: proof, vessel

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