Found 2 items, similar to monstrance.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: monstrance monstrance n 1: proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion [syn: demonstration] 2: (Roman Catholic Church) a vessel (usually of gold or silver) in which the consecrated Host is exposed for adoration
English → English (gcide) Definition: Monstrance Monstrance \Mon"strance\, n. [LL. monstrantia, fr. L. monstrare to show: cf. OF. monstrance. See Monster.] (R. C. Ch.) A transparent pyx, in which the consecrated host is exposed to view. [1913 Webster]