n. | 1. | The act of blessing. |
2. | A blessing; an expression of blessing, prayer, or kind wishes in favor of any person or thing; a solemn or affectionate invocation of happiness. | |
3. | (Eccl.) The form of instituting an abbot, answering to the consecration of a bishop. | |
4. | (R. C. Ch.) A solemn rite by which bells, banners, candles, etc., are blessed with holy water, and formally dedicated to God. |
Noun | 1. | ![]() Synonyms: blessing |
2. | benediction - a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection Synonyms: blessing |