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communion cup
noun
- a chalice from which a communicant drinks.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of communion cup1
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Example Sentences
Now in the year 1562 the size of the bowl was greatly enlarged, and the “Communion cup” took the place of the “Massing chalice.”
Syphilis has been known to have been caught from using the church communion cup.
Wouldst thou think him to be profane that should make a stable of the church, and should feed his swine with the communion cup?
Speak up, and tell if thou know'st aught of the Communion Cup and dish, or it will be the worse for thee.
But I should like to present this chapel with a communion cup.
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