Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

missa

Noun
/ˈmɪsə/
Definition
A religious service in the Christian tradition, particularly in the Catholic Church.
Examples
  • The faithful attend the missa every Sunday.
  • During the missa, prayers and hymns are offered to God.
Meaning
The term ‘missa’ refers to the Mass, a central act of worship in which the Eucharist is consecrated.
Synonyms
  • Mass
  • Service
  • Eucharist