altar rail

al·tar rail

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [awl-ter reyl]
- /ˈɔl tər reɪl/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [awl-ter reyl]
- /ˈɔl tər reɪl/

Definitions of altar rail words

noun altar rail a rail around or in front of the altar table in church, often cushioned on top, at which worshippers kneel to take communion or vows 3
noun altar rail in some churches, a railing separating the altar area from the rest of the chancel 3
noun altar rail the rail in front of an altar, separating the sanctuary from those parts of the church that are in front of it. 1

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Origin of altar rail

First appearance:

before 1855

One of the 30% newest English words

First recorded in 1855-60

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Parts of speech for Altar rail

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altar rail popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 43% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 64% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

altar rail usage trend in Literature

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