Definition of Ostension

1. n. The showing of the sacrament on the altar in order that it may receive the adoration of the communicants.

Medical Definition of Ostension

1. The showing of the sacrament on the altar in order that it may receive the adoration of the communicants. Origin: L. Ostensio a showing: cf. F. Ostension. See Ostend. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Ostension

osteitis fibrosa
osteitis fibrosa circumscripta
osteitis fibrosa cystica
osteitis fibrosa disseminata
osteitis pubis
osteler
ostembryon
ostemia
ostempyesis
ostend
ostensibility
ostensible
ostensible
ostensibly
ostensibly
ostension (current term)
ostensive
ostensive
ostensively
ostensively
ostensive definition
ostensoria
ostensories
ostensorium
ostensorium
ostensory
ostensory
ostent
ostent
ostentate

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