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    Aras (en. Altars)

    /ˈa.ɾas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Elevation or platform on which idols are placed or sacrifices are made.
    In ancient times, the Maya built altars for their religious ceremonies.
    En la antigüedad, los mayas construían aras para sus ceremonias religiosas.
    Any structure that serves as a base or support for a sacred object.
    The altar of the church was adorned with candles and flowers.
    La ara de la iglesia estaba adornada con velas y flores.

    Etymology

    Derives from the Latin 'ara', which means altar.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sacrifice altar
    A platform intended for making sacrifices.
    ara de sacrificio
    to offer at the altar
    To make an offering or gift at an altar.
    ofrendar en la ara

    Related Words

    altar
    Structure on which religious rites or ceremonies are performed.
    altar
    sacrifice
    Ritual that involves the offering of something valuable to a deity.
    sacrificio
    cult
    Set of rituals and religious practices.
    culto

    Slang Meanings

    Reference to a place where something or someone is honored.
    The bar became the 'altar' of the city's artists.
    El bar se convirtió en la 'ara' de los artistas de la ciudad.