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tabernacle

/ˈtæbərnəkəl/ noun · British & US
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What does tabernacle mean?

noun

A building or structure in a church or synagogue where the sacred objects are kept, especially the ark containing the Ten Commandments. A portable or temporary structure, especially one used for shelter or as a place of worship.

Example

"The tabernacle in the church was a beautiful example of Gothic architecture."

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