chalice

noun
UK: /ˈtʃæl.ɪs/
US: /ˈtʃæl.ɪs/

  1. A large, decorative cup, often used in religious ceremonies.

    1. The priest held the chalice carefully during the service.
    2. The museum displayed a golden chalice dating back to the medieval era and it was beautiful.

  2. A cup or goblet; often made of precious metal and highly ornamented.

    1. He raised the chalice in a toast to the happy couple.
    2. The king drank from his chalice, signifying the start of the feast within the castle.

Synonyms

goblet cup vessel

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "chalice" in English means: A large, decorative cup, often used in religious ceremonies., A cup or goblet; often made of precious metal and highly ornamented..

The phonetic transcription of "chalice" is /ˈtʃæl.ɪs/ in British English and /ˈtʃæl.ɪs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "chalice": goblet, cup, vessel.

Example usage of "chalice": "The priest held the chalice carefully during the service.". More examples on the page.