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altar

Definition

  • noun: a raised place on which sacrifices and gifts are offered in some religions
  • noun: a usually raised structure or place on which sacrifices are offered or incense is burned in worship
  • sometimes used figuratively
  • synonyms: shrine, sanctuary, superaltar

Examples

  • She sacrificed honesty 'on the altar of success'. [=she chose to be dishonest in order to achieve success]

  • They started a romance that eventually 'led' (them) 'to the altar'.

  • Her fiancé 'left her at the altar'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - - And so, by the power vested in me, - - The whole town's in there. - - They're at the altar. - . - Mother Fletcher! He already said it. - Oh, for the love of Pete! - I object! (..)
    2001 Shrek