Associations to the word «Monstrance»

Wiktionary

MONSTRANCE, noun. An ornamental, often precious receptacle, either open or with a transparent cover, in which the sacramental bread is placed for veneration.

Dictionary definition

MONSTRANCE, noun. Proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion.
MONSTRANCE, noun. (Roman Catholic Church) a vessel (usually of gold or silver) in which the consecrated Host is exposed for adoration.

Wise words

It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye.
Antoine de Saint-Exupery