communion cup
nounUK /kəˈmjuːnjən kʌp/
US /kəˈmjuːnjən kʌp/
A special cup used to share a drink during a church ceremony.
The priest lifted the communion cup carefully during the service.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A large silver or gold cup used in Christian worship to hold wine for the Eucharist.
The old communion cup was kept in a glass case.
3. A shared drinking vessel symbolizing unity among worshippers.
Passing the communion cup showed their togetherness.
4. A decorative cup used as a religious ornament or keepsake.
She inherited a small communion cup from her grandmother.