Associations to the word «Monstrance»

Wiktionary

MONSTRANCE, noun. An ornamental, often precious receptacle, either open or with a transparent cover, in which the sacramental bread is placed for veneration.

Dictionary definition

MONSTRANCE, noun. Proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion.
MONSTRANCE, noun. (Roman Catholic Church) a vessel (usually of gold or silver) in which the consecrated Host is exposed for adoration.

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy