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feretory

Pronunciation: /ˈfɛrət(ə)ri/

Definition of feretory

noun (plural feretories)

rare
  • a portable shrine containing the relics of a saint.
  • a chapel containing a feretory.

Origin:

Middle English: from Old French fiertre, via Latin from Greek pheretron 'bier', from pherein 'bear, carry'

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