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Matins

Noun:

1. A canonical hour of Christian liturgy, originally said at midnight but now more commonly in the early morning, commemorating the resurrection of Christ.

Sample Sentence: The monks gathered in the chapel for matins, singing hymns and praying together.

2. Often used in the plural. Morning prayers or devotions.

Sample Sentence: The family gathered every morning for their matins, seeking spiritual guidance and offering their daily prayers.

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