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benediction

 

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Noun benediction has 2 senses
  1. blessing, benediction - the act of praying for divine protection
    --1 is a kind of prayer, supplication
  2. benediction, blessing - a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection
    --2 is a kind of prayer, petition, orison
    --2 has particulars: benison

Definitions from the Web

Benediction

Definition:

A benediction is a prayer or blessing that is said to ask for God's favor or protection. It is typically performed by a religious leader at the end of a worship service or special ceremony.

Examples:

Noun:

  1. The pastor offered a benediction before dismissing the congregation.
  2. Receiving the benediction from the priest uplifted the spirits of the attendees.

Verb:

  1. The priest benedicted the couple as they exchanged their vows.
  2. The rabbi will benedict the newborn during the ceremony.

Adjective:

  1. The benediction prayer was heartfelt and comforting.
  2. Her voice had a benediction quality that brought peace to those who heard it.

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