What does TERCE mean?

terce

1. Parts of Speech: noun, adjective

2. Definitions:

• a service of the Western Church held at the third hour of the day (noun)
• the third canonical hour (noun)
• occurring or appearing at the third hour of the day (adjective)

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /tərs/
• UK: /təːs/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "terce" comes from the Latin word "tertia hora," which means "third hour." It was originally used to refer to the third of the seven canonical hours of the Christian liturgy, which were held at set times throughout the day. Today, "terce" is still used in some Christian denominations to refer to a service held at the third hour of the day. The word can also be used as an adjective to describe something that occurs or appears at the third hour of the day.

5. Synonyms:

• none found

6. Related Words:

• crest
• erect
• reset
• scree
• terry

7. Example Sentences:

• The monks gathered for terce at the appointed time.
• He woke up feeling refreshed at terce.
• The terce service was short but meaningful.