Word: pax
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: pax
Definition: A painted, stamped or carved tablet with a representation of Christ or the Virgin Mary, which was kissed by the priest during the Mass ("kiss of peace") and then passed to other officiating clergy and the congregation to be kissed. See also osculatory.
Morphemes:
Affix: pax
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A painted, stamped or carved tablet with a representation of Christ or the Virgin Mary, which was kissed by the priest during the Mass ("kiss of peace") and then passed to other officiating clergy and the congregation to be kissed. See also osculatory.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: pax
Language: la
Decoded: pax
Meaning: peace