What is another word for Paten?
Pronunciation: [pˈe͡ɪtən] (IPA) 
Paten is a liturgical plate that acts as a holder for the bread used in Mass. It's also known as a communion plate, altar bread dish, or eucharistic paten. The paten is typically made of metal, such as brass or silver, and may be decorated with various religious symbols or inscriptions. In some traditions, the paten is a sacred vessel that is not to be touched by anyone other than ordained clergy. Other synonyms for paten include ciborium, pyx, and chalice, which are also liturgical vessels that hold other elements of the Mass ceremony. The paten is an integral part of the Catholic and Anglican Mass, considered a symbol of the Eucharist and the body of Christ.
