Definition of "reredos" [rere•dos]

• A decorative screen or facing on the wall at the back of an altar; a retable. (noun)
• The back of an open hearth of a fireplace. (noun)

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• "The covering for the reredos is the same as in the old photo."
• "Behind the reredos are the chantries of Bishop Waynflete and of the great Cardinal"
• "Beyond the space at the back of the reredos is the Early English Lady Chapel with an interesting series of wall paintings depicting the story of our Lady."