Paten
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpætən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Paten is a noun meaning (Christianity) The plate used to hold the host during the Eucharist.
Meaning
(Christianity) The plate used to hold the host during the Eucharist.
More Meanings
- (archaeology) Any shallow dish found in an archaeological site.
Example Sentences
An enameled miniature of Christ is set in the center of a jeweled alabaster paten, the plate that holds the bread during Communion services.
Word Forms
- patens
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include patten, patena, patina, patera, charger, patine.
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