Ciborium

[si'bɒ:riәm]

Definition

(n.) A canopy usually standing free and supported on four columns, covering the high altar, or, very rarely, a secondary altar.

(n.) The coffer or case in which the host is kept; the pyx.

Inputed by Carmela

Definition

n. (R.C. Church) a vessel nearly resembling a chalice with an arched cover in which the Host is deposited: a canopy supported on four pillars over the high altar:—pl. Cibō′ria.

Inputed by Frances