1. Plural of missel; a book containing the prayers and readings for Mass throughout the year.
Usage: religious; often capitalized when referring to a specific liturgical text
2. Plural of missel; a mistletoe plant, especially the European species.
Usage: archaic; botanical

Examples

• The church library contains several antique missels from the 16th century.
• Medieval monks illuminated beautiful missels by hand.
• The priest consulted the missel during the morning service.
• Collectors seek out rare printed missels from the early Renaissance.
• The missels on display showed intricate calligraphy and gold leaf decoration.