Altar

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːltər/

Definitions of altar

noun a raised structure on which sacrifices or offerings are made in religious ceremonies

Example Sentences

A1 The bride and groom stood at the altar during the wedding ceremony.

A2 In some religions, offerings are placed on the altar as a sign of respect.

B1 The altar in the church was beautifully decorated with flowers for Easter Sunday.

B2 The ancient altar was discovered during the archaeological excavation.

C1 The altar in the cathedral was intricately carved with religious symbols.

C2 The high priest conducted the ritual sacrifice at the sacred altar.

Examples of altar in a Sentence

formal The couple exchanged vows at the beautifully decorated altar.

informal They kissed in front of the altar after saying 'I do'.

slang Let's meet at the altar after the ceremony.

figurative He worshipped at the altar of success, always striving for more.

Grammatical Forms of altar

• past tense: altered
• plural: altars
• comparative: more altar
• superlative: most altar
• present tense: altar
• future tense: will altar
• perfect tense: have altered
• continuous tense: am altering
• singular: altar
• positive degree: altar
• infinitive: to altar
• gerund: altering
• participle: altering

Origin and Evolution of altar

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'altar' originated from the Latin word 'altare' which means 'high place'. It was used in ancient Roman religious ceremonies where sacrifices were made on a raised platform.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'altar' has retained its original meaning of a raised platform for religious ceremonies, but it has also been adapted for use in various other contexts such as in art and literature.