Alb

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noun

A long, white robe often worn by priests and clergy in Christian churches during religious services.

The priest donned his alb before the Sunday mass.
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  • white alb

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Clergy Garment

An alb is specifically worn by Christian clergy during ceremonies, not by laypeople.

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The bishop adjusted his alb before the procession.
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Religious Ceremonies

Albs are used in formal religious contexts, particularly in Christian liturgical traditions.

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Each altar server was dressed in a white alb for the Easter vigil.
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White Symbolism

The color white of an alb often symbolizes purity and is a deliberate choice for religious reasons.

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During the ceremony, the purity of the celebrant's intention was reflected in his white alb.
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