Chancel /(?)/

Chan·cel

Chancel

n.
  1. That part of a church, reserved for the use of the clergy, where the altar, or communion table, is placed. (Arch.)

Phrases & Compounds

Chancel aisle
the aisle which passes on either side of or around the chancel.
Chancel arch
the arch which spans the main opening, leading to the chancel.
Chancel casement
the principal window in a chancel.
Chancel table
the communion table.