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Definitions from WordNet

Noun altar has 2 senses
  1. altar, communion table, Lord's table - the table in Christian churches where communion is given
    --1 is a kind of table
  2. altar - a raised structure on which gifts or sacrifices to a god are made
    --2 is a kind of     structure, construction
    --2 has particulars: high altar

Definitions from the Web

Altar

Noun:

  1. A table or platform used as a focal point for religious rituals or ceremonies.
  2. A platform or table used for a specific purpose or event.
    • They transformed the classroom into an classroom altar for the graduation ceremony.
    • The couple exchanged vows at the beautifully decorated wedding altar.

Verb:

  1. To modify or make changes to an electronic file or program.
    • He decided to altar the code to improve its performance.
    • Make sure to back up your data before attempting to alter computer files.
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