Eucharist: Meaning and Definition of
Eu•cha•rist
Pronunciation: (y'ku-rist), [key]
— n.
- the sacrament of Holy Communion; the sacrifice of the Mass; the Lord's Supper.
- the consecrated elements of the Holy Communion, esp. the bread.
- (l.c.) the giving of thanks; thanksgiving.
- spiritual communion with God.
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