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Benediction

noun

/ˌbenɪˈdɪkʃən/

Meaning

a blessing, especially a ceremonial one; an expression of good wishes

a blessing or expression of good wishes, often at the end of a religious service

The priest gave his benediction to the newlyweds.

The priest gave a final benediction before the congregation left.

give a benediction

blessing, prayer, invocation, good wishes, sanctification

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blessing, prayer, invocation, good wishes

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blessing, prayer, invocation, sanctification

curse, malediction, condemnation

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curse, malediction, condemnation

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curse, malediction

give benediction, receive benediction, papal benediction, final benediction, solemn benediction

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give benediction, receive benediction, papal benediction

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final benediction, solemn benediction, receive benediction

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