Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sacrarium

noun

/sæˈkrɛr.i.əm/

Definition

A sacred place or sanctuary in a church where the consecrated elements are stored.

Examples

The sacrarium of the cathedral was beautifully adorned with gold and silver.
Many churches have a sacrarium where they keep the sacred vessels.
During the Mass, the priest often prepares the sacrarium for the communion service.

Meaning

The term ‘sacrarium’ refers specifically to the area within a church, such as an altar or a special cupboard, dedicated to the storage of holy items, particularly the Eucharist.