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Alb: meaning, definitions and examples

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alb

 

[ รฆlb ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type of clothing

An alb is a long, white garment worn by priests and altar servers during Christian liturgical services. It symbolizes purity and is often made of linen or a similar fabric. The alb is usually accompanied by a belt or cincture to gather it at the waist.

Synonyms

liturgical garment, robe

Examples of usage

  • The priest wore an alb during the mass.
  • Altar servers are required to wear albs while serving.
  • The alb was beautifully embroidered with gold threads.
Context #2 | Noun

color term

In a different context, 'alb' can refer to a white or pale color, often used in discussions about heraldry or descriptions of color in art.

Synonyms

pale, white

Examples of usage

  • The artist chose an alb background for the painting.
  • In heraldry, alb can denote a silver or white color.

Translations

Translations of the word "alb" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น alb

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคฒเฅเคฌ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช alb

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ alb

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะปัŒะฑ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ alb

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒซใƒ–

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท alb

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ alb

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท alb

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•จ๋ธŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู„ุจูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ alb

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ alb

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็™ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ alb

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ alb

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะปัŒะฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒšแƒ‘

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ alb

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ alb

Etymology

The word 'alb' derives from the Latin 'albus', meaning 'white' or 'bright'. Its etymology traces back to ancient Roman culture, where it referred to a white garment worn by priests in various religious ceremonies. The use of the term in Christian liturgy emerged as the Church adopted many aspects of Roman culture, including clothing. Over time, the alb became a staple garment for clergy in Christian denominations, symbolizing purity and priestly authority. Its design has evolved, but its fundamental purpose remains the same: to serve as a sign of holiness and devotion during worship. The alb reflects the blend of tradition and symbolism in religious practices.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,065, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.