Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ciborium
noun
sih-BOAR-ee-um
Definition
A ciborium is a covered container or vessel used in religious ceremonies to hold the Eucharist, particularly the consecrated communion wafers.
Examples
- The priest took the ciborium from the altar during the Mass.
- In the cathedral, the ciborium was beautifully ornately designed.
- After the service, the ciborium was securely stored in the sacristy.
Meaning
In a liturgical context, a ciborium is often found in churches and is used to store the host that is distributed during Communion.
Synonyms
- chalice
- communion vessel
- host container
