Chalice (Noun)
Meaning
A bowl-shaped drinking vessel; especially the Eucharistic cup.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The priest lifted the chalice and gave a blessing to the congregation during the Holy Communion ceremony.
- In the medieval painting, a angel held a golden chalice that symbolized divine blessings.
- She purchased a beautiful handmade chalice on her trip to Italy that she would use for special occasions.
- The ceremony involved passing the chalice filled with wine among the participants in a sign of unity and friendship.
- The antique dealer sold an exquisite set of silver chalices that once belonged to European royalty.