rood screen

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Pronunciation

• (RP) IPA: /ˈɹuːd skɹiːn/
• (GA) IPA: /ˈɹud ˌskɹin/

Noun

rood screen (plural rood screens)

1. (architecture, Christianity) A carved screen that separated the chancel and nave in a medieval church; it originally carried a large crucifix; an altar screen.

Synonyms

• altar screen
• chancel screen
• choir screen

Translations

• French: jubé
• German: Lettner, Doxale
• Portuguese: dossel

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