communion cup

noun

, Ecclesiastical.

1. a chalice from which a communicant drinks.

Word History and Origins

Origin of communion cup¹

First recorded in 1635–45

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.”

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Syphilis has been known to have been caught from using the church communion cup.

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Wouldst thou think him to be profane that should make a stable of the church, and should feed his swine with the communion cup?

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Speak up, and tell if thou know'st aught of the Communion Cup and dish, or it will be the worse for thee.

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But I should like to present this chapel with a communion cup.

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