tabernacle
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Noun — A temporary or portable place of worship, especially the sacred tent used by the Israelites before the Temple was built.
Etymology
From Latin tabernaculum, "tent, booth," a diminutive of taberna, "hut, shed."
Full origin of tabernacle →Frequently asked questions
What does “tabernacle” mean?
The word “tabernacle” means a temporary or portable place of worship, especially the sacred tent used by the Israelites before the Temple was built. In plain terms, a sacred tent, shrine cabinet, or house of worship, depending on context — most familiar from the biblical portable shrine or the small cabinet holding the Eucharist.
How do you pronounce “tabernacle”?
“Tabernacle” is pronounced TA-buh-nakl (/ˈtæbɚnækl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “tabernacle” in a sentence?
Here is “tabernacle” used in a sentence: “The Tabernacle was carried with the Israelites during their years in the wilderness.”
What part of speech is “tabernacle”?
“Tabernacle” is a noun.
Where does the word “tabernacle” come from?
The word “tabernacle” comes from Latin. From Latin tabernaculum, "tent, booth," a diminutive of taberna, "hut, shed.".
Is “tabernacle” a common word?
“Tabernacle” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “tabernacle” have?
“Tabernacle” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a temporary or portable place of worship, especially the sacred tent used by the Israelites before the Temple was built.