The term 'missal' is specific to the Catholic faith and not used interchangeably with other religious texts. Each pew had a missal for attendees to follow the Catholic service.
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Physical Object
'Missal' refers to a physical book, not a digital version or an app. He held an antique missal with delicate care.
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Mass Structure
A missal guides the structure of the Mass, outlining prayers, readings, and hymns. The congregation used the missal to respond to the priest's calls.