Definition of "thurible" [thu•ri•ble]

• A censer used in certain ecclesiastical ceremonies or liturgies. (noun)

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• "The thurible is a little shorter than one that might be used in a parish and it is used with one hand only - one swing for each member of choir."
• "The fire is sprinkled with holy water immediately after the prayer, then carbons from the fire are placed in the thurible, followed by incense, and the fire itself is incensed."
• "After the warning bell the first acolyte puts incense into the thurible."