missal

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A prayer book; a church service (book).
  2. A book containing the prayers and responses needed when celebrating the Roman Catholic Mass throughout the year.

Pronunciation

/ˈmɪsəl/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-missal.wav

Word forms

missal missals

Etymology

From Old French messel (“book of the Mass”).

Derived words

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