noun

offertory

Offertory (noun) means a prayer said or sung as an anthem while offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar during the Roman Catholic Mass or the Anglican Communion service.

noun

A prayer said or sung as an anthem while offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar during the Roman Catholic Mass or the Anglican Communion service.

The part of the Eucharist service when offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar and when any collection is taken; also, the money or other things collected.

A linen or silken cloth anciently used in various ceremonies connected with the administration of the Eucharist.

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Etymology

From Late Latin offertorium, from the participle stem of offere (“to offer”).

Rhymes for offertory

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What is the meaning of offertory?

"offertory" (noun) means a prayer said or sung as an anthem while offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar during the Roman Catholic Mass or the Anglican Communion service.

What are the different meanings of offertory?

"offertory" has 3 main meanings: 1. A prayer said or sung as an anthem while offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar during the Roman Catholic Mass or the Anglican Communion service; 2. The part of the Eucharist service when offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar and when any collection is taken; also, the money or other things collected; 3. A linen or silken cloth anciently used in various ceremonies connected with the administration of the Eucharist.