Thurible

[θjuәribl]

Definition

(n.) A censer of metal, for burning incense, having various forms, held in the hand or suspended by chains; -- used especially at mass, vespers, and other solemn services.

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Synonyms and Synonymous

n. Censer.

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Definition

n. a censer of metal for burning frankincense.—n. Thū′rifer the server who carries the thurible.—adjs. Thurif′erous producing or bearing frankincense; Thurif′icate having offered incense.—n. Thurificā′tion.—v.t. Thū′rify to cense.—n. Thus frankincense.

Typist: Shane