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S~ Bell -- from the obsolete verb to sacre, to consecrate, used especially of sovereigns and bishops.
The bell rung in churches to draw attention to the most solemn parts of the
Mass. In medieval times it served to announce to those outside that the Mass
was in progress, and for this purpose often a handbell was rung out of a side
window. It is more usually called the Sanctus bell because it was rung at the saying of the
Sanctus at the beginning of the Canon
of the Mass, and also at the Consecration and Elevation and other moments. It
is still used in the RC Church and certain other Churches. [BD]
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