humeral veil

humeral veil

n. Ecclesiastical A vestment resembling a shawl worn over the shoulders and arms, allowing one to hold an object for ceremonial purposes without directly touching it.

humeral veil

n (Roman Catholic Church) RC Church a silk shawl worn by a priest at High Mass, etc. Often shortened to: veil

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humeral veil - a vestment worn by a priest at High Mass in the Roman Catholic Church; a silk shawlveilvestment - gown (especially ceremonial garments) worn by the clergy