rood altar

noun

: an altar placed against the outer side of a rood screen

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rood altar was in the 15th century

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“Rood altar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rood%20altar. Accessed 5 Dec. 2024.

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