ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌkād.ə(r) noun
( -s )
Etymology: Latin purificat us + English -or
: one that purifies : purifier: as
a. : a linen cloth used to wipe the chalice after celebration of the Eucharist
b. : a cloth-wrapped sponge used similarly to wipe the hands of the officiating clergy