1. a canopy of fabric or other material carried over an important person or sacred object in ceremonies
Usage: ceremonial
2. an ornamental canopy of stone, metal, or wood built over an altar, throne, or tomb
Usage: architectural

Examples

• The priest walked beneath a golden baldachin during the procession.
• Four men carried the silk baldachin over the visiting dignitary.
• The marble baldachin above the altar was carved with intricate designs.
• Bernini’s famous bronze baldachin stands in St. Peter’s Basilica.
• The medieval tomb was topped with an elaborate stone baldachin.
• A red velvet baldachin was erected over the ceremonial chair.