Meaning Of The Word Altarpiece
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Altarpiece Meaning
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What's The Definition Of Altarpiece?
altarpiece
countable noun: An altarpiece is a work of art behind the altar in a church. altarpiece in American English an ornamental carving, painting, etc. above and behind an altar noun: a painted or carved screen behind or above the altar or communion table in Christian churches; reredos altarpiece in British English noun: a work of art set above and behind an altar; a reredos |
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