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Chalice

/tʃˈælɪs/
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(noun) A large drinking cup, often having a stem and base and used especially for formal occasions and religious ceremonies.

Mine eyes gaze at thine metallic chalice.
By the chalice of Jesus, Reverend hermit, what is this infernal liquor?
CEFR Practice Quiz
The priest held up a golden ____ during the special church ceremony.

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