missalette

noun

mis·​sal·​ette ˌmi(s)-sə-ˈlet How to pronounce missalette (audio)
: a shortened form of a missal published periodically for congregational use

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Hymnals, missalettes, and other materials should be removed from the pews. Madeline Mitchell, Cincinnati.com, 8 May 2020

Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of missalette was in 1973

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“Missalette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/missalette. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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