English English Dictionary
Result for Benediction
Benediction
(n.)
The act of blessing.
Benediction
(n.)
A blessing; an expression of blessing, prayer, or kind wishes in favor of any person or thing; a solemn or affectionate invocation of happiness.
Benediction
(n.)
The short prayer which closes public worship; as, to give the benediction.
Benediction
(n.)
The form of instituting an abbot, answering to the consecration of a bishop.
Benediction
(n.)
A solemn rite by which bells, banners, candles, etc., are blessed with holy water, and formally dedicated to God.