altarvessels
nounUK /ˈɔːltəˌvɛsəlz/
US /ˈɔːltərˌvɛsəlz/
Special bowls and cups used on a table in a church.
The priest carefully washed the altarvessels after the service.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Containers used for religious ceremonies in a temple.
The temple keeper polished the altarvessels before the festival.
3. Decorative holders placed near a holy table.
The old altarvessels were made of shining gold.
4. Items used to hold water or wine during a church ritual.
She helped carry the altarvessels to the back room.