Meaning
A table or similar flat-topped structure used for religious rites.
Etymology
Origin: Old English
Inherited from Middle English auter, inherited from Old English altar and borrowed from Old French auter, both derived from Latin altāre, probably related to adolere (“burn”); thus "burning place", influenced by altus (“high”). Displaced native Middle English wēved.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 11 recorded puzzles: