| n. | 1. | A raised structure (as a square or oblong erection of stone or wood) on which sacrifices are offered or incense burned to a deity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2. | In the Christian church, a construction of stone, wood, or other material for the celebration of the Holy Eucharist; the communion table.
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| Noun | 1. | altar - the table in Christian churches where communion is givenSynonyms: communion table, Lord's table |
| 2. | altar - a raised structure on which gifts or sacrifices to a god are made |
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