Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A cloth for covering the communion-table at the time of the service.
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Examples
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The little church looked its best, neat as a new pin: the floor was freshly scrubbed and the chairs placed side by side in straight rows; the brasswork shone like gold; and a new communion-cloth hung, like a snow-white barrier, in front of the sanctuary.
The Path of Life Stijn [pseud.] Streuvels 1920
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At the second tap of the key, they knelt; one more ... and their hands were under the lace communion-cloth.
The Path of Life Stijn [pseud.] Streuvels 1920
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It frequently happens that all the necessary things are not prepared in the sick room, therefore it will be expedient for the priest to carry with him two wax candles, holy water, and a small communion-cloth.
The Catholic Encyclopedia, Volume 15: Tournely-Zwirner 1840-1916 1913
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The priest then goes to the table, genuflects, and uncovers the pyx, and the communion-cloth or napkin is adjusted under the chin of the sick person who recites the
The Catholic Encyclopedia, Volume 15: Tournely-Zwirner 1840-1916 1913
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Louise fell on her knees on the floor, closed her eyes and crossed her hands, on which the communion-cloth was extended.
Fasting Girls Their Physiology and Pathology William Alexander Hammond 1864
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