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altar

[awl-ter] / ˈɔl tər /
NOUN
church table, pedestal
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He went toward the altar through a veil of thick smoke and first reached for the antimins, a rectangular piece of cloth that is necessary to celebrate the Liturgy, or Eucharist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

On midwinter, if standing in the centre of the circle, you would see the sun set over an altar stone to the south west of the site.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

When Kayley Stead was left alone at the altar on her big day, she did what few would think to do - let the wedding continue.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The plaza where Manzo was slain is now filled with monuments — large photographs and posters featuring his quotes and an altar where people leave flowers, candles and handwritten notes.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

For starters, the bride and groom are required to sit during the ceremony, usually facing away from the guests and toward what’s called the sofreh aghd, or the traditional wedding altar.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi




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