Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: chalice
IPA transcription: [tʃ'ælɪs]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: chalice, goblet
    Meaning: a bowl-shaped drinking vessel; especially the Eucharistic cup
Usage examples
  • Her mind was a chalice filled only with love, and so clear and bright was the love that even at the bottom, when she stirred it up to look, there wasn't a trace of sediment.
  • He might carouse and wander and have his fling until dawn if he liked; and there would be no wrathful Katy waiting for him, bearing the chalice that held the dregs of his joy. He might play pool at McCloskey's with his roistering friends until Aurora dimmed the electric bulbs if he chose.