Definition of Transubstantiate
Transubstantiate
trans·u·b·stan·ti·ate


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To change or convert into something else, especially in a mysterious or supernatural way.

e.g. The alchemist claimed to be able to transubstantiate lead into gold.

(verb)
in Christianity, to convert the elements of the Eucharist (the bread and wine) into the body and blood of Christ by a miraculous change;

e.g. The priest uttered the words to transubstantiate the Eucharist.



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