ˈmänztrən(t)s, -n(t)st- noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle French, from Medieval Latin monstrantia, from Latin monstrant-, monstrans (present participle of monstrare to show, instruct) + -ia -y — more at muster
1. : a vessel in which the consecrated Host is exposed to receive the adoration of the faithful
2. : a receptacle holding sacred relics when exposed to view
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