offertory

== English == === Etymology === From Late Latin offertorium, from the participle stem of offere (“to offer”). === Pronunciation === (UK) IPA(key): /ˈɒfət(ə)ɹi/ (US) IPA(key): /ˈɑfəɹˌtɔɹi/ === Noun === offertory (plural offertories) (Christianity) A prayer said or sung as an anthem while offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar during the Roman Catholic Mass or the Anglican Communion service. [from 14th c.] (Christianity) The part of the Eucharist service when offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar and when any collection is taken; also, the money or other things collected. [from 15th c.] (Christianity, historical) A linen or silken cloth anciently used in various ceremonies connected with the administration of the Eucharist. ==== Related terms ==== offer offering oblate oblation ==== Translations ==== == Middle English == === Noun === offertory (Christianity) offertory