First Known Use: 1853
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predella
noun pre·del·la \pri-ˈde-lə\
Definition of PREDELLA
: the base of an altarpiece; especially : one containing decorated panels depicting scenes related to the main panel or panels
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Origin of PREDELLA
Italian, footrest, altar step, predella, from Langobardic (Germanic language of the Lombards) *predel-, *pretel-, lath, board; akin to Old High German bret board, bort plank, ship's side — more at board
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