Meaning & Definition of word "Chalice"
Chalice
/ˈtʃæl.ɪs/
noun:
- 1. A large cup or goblet, typically used for drinking wine, especially in religious ceremonies.
- Example: The priest raised the chalice during the communion service.
- 2. An ornamental cup or vessel, often used as a trophy or award.
- Example: The team celebrated their victory by lifting the championship chalice high.
- 3. A symbol of the Eucharist in Christian theology.
- Example: In the painting, the chalice is depicted at the center, representing the Last Supper.
Etymology
●Middle English: from Old French 'calice', from Latin 'calix', meaning 'cup'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
chalice of suffering:
A metaphor for enduring hardship or pain.
raise a chalice:
To celebrate or honor someone or something with a drink.
the chalice passed to him:
To inherit a responsibility or duty.
Related Words
goblet:
A drinking vessel, typically one that is tall and has a stem.
cup:
A small, typically rounded container used for drinking.
beaker:
A wide, flat container used for drinking, usually made of glass.
Slang Meanings of chalice
Meaning: A large drink.
● Example Sentence: After a long day, I could really use a chalice of beer.
Meaning: A symbol of extravagance or excess.
● Example Sentence: He lived his life like it was a chalice, overflowing with luxury.