censer
2 synonyms for censer, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A decorated container in which incense is burned, especially during religious ceremonies.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
incense burner
thurible
How to use censer
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
swing a censer
a silver censer
burning censer
It is a fairly formal word, mostly used when talking about religious rites.
Etymology
Censer came into Middle English from Anglo-Norman censier, which came from Old French encensier. That in turn is based on encens, meaning incense.
Full origin of censer →Frequently asked questions
What is a censer?
A censer is a container for burning incense, often used in religious ceremonies.
How is censer different from censor?
They sound the same but mean different things. A censer holds burning incense, while a censor is a different word with its own meaning.
What is another word for censer?
Common alternatives are incense burner and thurible.
