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| Grail |
in medieval legend, the cup used by Jesus Christ at the Last Supper, traditionally a symbol of Christian purity and the object of spiritual quests; Holy Grail. [1/2 definitions] |
| Last Supper |
according to the New Testament, the last meal of Jesus Christ and his disciples on the evening before the Crucifixion; Lord's Supper. [1/2 definitions] |
| Lord's Supper |
in the Bible, the Last Supper. [2 definitions] |
| Maundy Thursday |
the Thursday before Easter, commemorating the Last Supper and Jesus Christ's washing of the disciples' feet. |
| potluck dinner |
a dinner to which every person or family brings a dish to share; potluck supper. |
| sup1 |
to have supper; dine in the evening. |
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