Definition of Terce in English :

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Terce meaning in English

Meaning of Terce in English

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Terce

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Noun

1. terce, tierce

the third canonical hour; about 9 a.m.

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Terce

see synonyms of terce
noun
mainly Roman Catholic Church
the third of the seven canonical hours of the divine office, originally fixed at the third hour of the day, about 9 a.m.

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Terce

see synonyms of terce
noun
[often T-]; Ecclesiastical
the third of the seven canonical hours; mid-morning prayer

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Terce

see synonyms of terce
n.
1. The third of the seven canonical hours. No longer in liturgical use.
2. The time of day appointed for this service, usually the third hour after sunrise.

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