altar
Pronunciation
/ˈɔɫtɝ/

Definition & Meaning of "altar"in English

Altar
01

the table in a church, used for giving communion in Christianity

altar definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
altars
Examples
The congregation gathered around the altar for the morning service.
02

a raised platform or structure where offerings or sacrifices are made to a deity

Examples
Ancient temples had an altar for animal sacrifices.
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