transubstantiation
Pronunciation: /ˌtransəbstanʃɪˈeɪʃ(ə)n, ˌtrɑːn-, -sɪˈeɪʃ(ə)n/
Definition of transubstantiation
noun
- the conversion of the substance of the Eucharistic elements into the body and blood of Christ at consecration, only the appearances of bread and wine still remaining. Compare with consubstantiation.