missal Synonyms
missal Meaning
missal (n)
(Roman Catholic Church) a book containing all the prayers and responses needed to celebrate Mass throughout the year
missal (n.)
The book containing the service of the Mass for the entire year; a Mass book.
missal (a.)
Of or pertaining to the Mass, or to a missal or Mass book.
missal Sentence Examples
- The priest held the missal aloft during the Mass.
- The illuminated missal showcased exquisite medieval artistry.
- The librarian carefully handled the antique missal, preserving its delicate pages.
- The devout woman prayed from her personal missal every morning.
- The missal served as a guide for the congregation during the liturgy.
- The bishop's missal was adorned with precious gems and intricate carvings.
- The missal contained not only the prayers but also the musical notations for hymns.
- The historian examined the missal for clues about past religious traditions.
- The collector eagerly acquired a rare missal for his ecclesiastical library.
- The missal played a central role in the liturgical life of the medieval church.
FAQs About the word missal
(Roman Catholic Church) a book containing all the prayers and responses needed to celebrate Mass throughout the yearThe book containing the service of the Mass
breviary, Psalter, hymnbook,hymnal, psalmody,songbook, songster, hymnary
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The priest held the missal aloft during the Mass.
The illuminated missal showcased exquisite medieval artistry.
The librarian carefully handled the antique missal, preserving its delicate pages.
The devout woman prayed from her personal missal every morning.
