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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

monstrance

/ˈmɒnstrəns/ noun · British & US
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What does monstrance mean?

noun

A container or receptacle used to display the consecrated host in the Roman Catholic Church, typically made of glass or metal and often decorated with intricate designs. A person or thing that inspires horror or disgust.

Example

"The priest held the monstrance aloft, revealing the sacred host to the congregation."

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