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ablution

 

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Noun ablution has 1 sense
  1. ablution - the ritual washing of a priest's hands or of sacred vessels
    --1 is a kind of
    ritual; wash, washing, lavation
    --1 has particulars:
     shower, shower bath; bath; sponge bath; Turkish bath, steam bath, vapor bath, vapour bath

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Ablution

Description:

Ablution refers to the act of cleansing or purifying oneself, particularly through the ritual washing of the body or specific parts of the body. It is often performed as a religious or hygienic practice.

Examples:

1. Verb: Every morning, Mary would ablute herself before offering her prayers.

2. Noun: The mosque has a dedicated area for ablutions, where worshippers can cleanse themselves before entering.

3. Adjective: The ablution process is an essential part of performing the holy pilgrimage.

4. Adverb: The local tradition dictates that ablution should be performed meticulously and silently.

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