Altarpiece

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːltərpiːs/

Definitions of altarpiece

noun a painted or carved panel or panels situated above and behind an altar in a church

Example Sentences

A1 The altarpiece in the church is very beautiful.

A2 The altarpiece depicts scenes from the life of Jesus.

B1 The altarpiece was created by a famous Renaissance artist.

B2 The altarpiece is the centerpiece of the cathedral's chapel.

C1 The altarpiece underwent extensive restoration to preserve its original beauty.

C2 Art historians have debated the symbolism in the altarpiece for decades.

Examples of altarpiece in a Sentence

formal The altarpiece in the cathedral is a magnificent work of art.

informal Have you seen the altarpiece in the church yet?

slang That altarpiece in the chapel is so cool!

figurative The altarpiece symbolizes the unity of the community in worship.

Grammatical Forms of altarpiece

• past tense: altarpiece
• plural: altarpieces
• comparative: more altarpiece
• superlative: most altarpiece
• present tense: altarpiece
• future tense: will altarpiece
• perfect tense: have altarpieced
• continuous tense: is altarpiecing
• singular: altarpiece
• positive degree: altarpiece
• infinitive: to altarpiece
• gerund: altarpiecing
• participle: altarpieced

Origin and Evolution of altarpiece

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'altarpiece' originated from the combination of 'altar' and 'piece', referring to a piece of artwork placed above or behind an altar in a church.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a single panel painting or relief sculpture, the term 'altarpiece' has evolved to encompass a wide range of religious artworks, including polyptychs and triptychs, and can also refer to secular pieces displayed in a similar manner.