Tag: Tabernacle

Tabernacle (n.) Figuratively: The human body, as the temporary abode of the soul.

Tabernacle (n.) Any small cell, or like place, in which some holy or precious things was deposited or kept.

Tabernacle (n.) A slightly built or temporary habitation; especially, a tent.

Tabernacle (n.) A portable structure of wooden framework covered with curtains, which was carried through the wilderness in the Israelitish… read more Tabernacle

Tabernacle (n.) Hence, the Jewish temple; sometimes, any other place for worship.

Tabernacle (n.) The ornamental receptacle for the pyx, or for the consecrated elements, whether a part of a building or… read more Tabernacle

Tabernacle (n.) A niche for the image of a saint, or for any sacred painting or sculpture.

Tabernacle (n.) Hence, a work of art of sacred subject, having a partially architectural character, as a solid frame resting… read more Tabernacle

Tabernacle (n.) A tryptich for sacred imagery.

Tabernacle (n.) A seat or stall in a choir, with its canopy.

Tabernacle (n.) A boxlike step for a mast with the after side open, so that the mast can be lowered… read more Tabernacle

Tabernacle (v. i.) To dwell or reside for a time; to be temporary housed.