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Synonyms for lavation


Grammar : Noun
Spell : ley-vey-shuh n
Phonetic Transcription : leɪˈveɪ ʃən

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Définition of lavation

Origin :
  • "act of washing," 1620s, from Latin lavationem (nominative lavatio), noun of action from past participle stem of lavare (see lave). Related: Lavations.
  • As in purification : noun freeing, cleansing
  • As in washing : noun cleaning
  • As in lustration : noun purification
  • As in ablution : noun washing
Example sentences :
  • The same ceremony took place with each—one foot only being honored with a lavation.
  • Extract from : « Pencillings by the Way » by N. Parker Willis

Antonyms for lavation

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