altarpiece
Pronunciation
/ˈɔɫtɝˌpis/

Definition & Meaning of "altarpiece"in English

Altarpiece
01

a work of art that is placed above or behind an altar

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
altarpieces
Examples
The cathedral 's altarpiece, a magnificent triptych depicting scenes from the life of Christ, drew worshippers from far and wide to admire its beauty.
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