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Definition of missalette

missalette

/ˌmɪs.əˈlɛt/
mis · sal · ette
Plural:missalettes
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• noun

1

A small, often paperback or disposable booklet containing the texts, readings, and hymns for the Catholic Mass, typically provided in pews for the congregation to follow the service.

Example

"The usher handed a fresh missalette to each parishioner as they entered the sanctuary for Sunday worship."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-20th century from 'missal' (a book containing the texts for the Catholic Mass) and the diminutive suffix '-ette'.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Missalette. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/missalette
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