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rite
has definitions from the field of religion
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[ noun ] (religion) an established ceremony prescribed by a religion
Synonyms Examples "the rite of baptism" Used in print (Joyce O. Hertzler, American Social Institutions;...)The religious symbolism , and especially the closely related rites and worship forms , constitute a powerful bond for the members of the particular faith . Related terms religious_ceremony orgy circumcision last_rites liturgy office vigil |
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[ noun ] any customary observance or practice
Synonyms Used in print (Guy Bolton, The Olympians....)The jaded amorist conjured_up pictures of the blasphemous rites with relish . Related terms custom marriage betrothal rite_of_passage ritual_dancing ritualize |
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