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chasuble

[ˈʧæzjʊbəl]

chasuble Definition

a sleeveless outer vestment worn by a Catholic priest when celebrating Mass.

Using chasuble: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chasuble" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The priest wore a chasuble of white and gold for the Easter Mass.

Phrases with chasuble

  • a type of chasuble with a stiff, flat back that resembles a violin or fiddle

    Example

    The fiddleback chasuble is a popular style in many Catholic churches.

  • a type of chasuble that is more ample and rounded than the Gothic chasuble

    Example

    The Roman chasuble is often used in more traditional Catholic churches.

  • a type of chasuble that is narrower and more fitted than the Roman chasuble

    Example

    The Gothic chasuble is often used in more modern Catholic churches.

Origins of chasuble

from Old French 'chasuble', from Late Latin 'casubla'

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Summary: chasuble in Brief

A 'chasuble' [ˈʧæzjʊbəl] is a sleeveless outer vestment worn by a Catholic priest during Mass. It comes in different styles, such as the Gothic and Roman chasubles, and the fiddleback chasuble, which has a flat back resembling a violin. The chasuble is a formal vestment used in Catholic liturgy.