The space around the altar in a church, often enclosed, for use by the clergy and the choir. In medieval cathedrals the chancel was usually enclosed or blocked off from the nave by an altar screen.

Obsolete form of chancellor.

Obsolete form of chancellor.

plural of chanceler

plural of chanceller

plural of chancel

(music) A division of a pipe organ for accompanying a choir.

plural of chancel organ

(Britain, law) the legal requirement for homeowners to pay for their local church's repairs

The official title held by the British cabinet minister, who is responsible for all governmental economic and financial matters, including the treasury.