altar
nounUK /ˈɔːl.tər/
US /ˈɔːl.tɚ/
A special table where people pray or give gifts to God.
The flowers were placed on the altar before the wedding.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A raised place where religious ceremonies or sacrifices happen.
The ancient people built an altar on the hill.
3. A table in a church where the bread and wine are blessed.
The priest stood quietly by the altar.
4. A place in a temple where offerings are given.
They brought fruit to the altar as an offering.