ritual
/ˈɹɪt͡ʃ.u.əl/
ɹꞮT͡Ʃ · u · əl (3 syllables)
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Definition
Related to a rite or repeated set of actions.
Etymology
From Latin rītuālis (adjective), from rītus (“rite”) + -ālis.
Example Sentences
- "They performed the ritual lighting of the candles."
- "These verses are the basis for the practice of wearing a prayer shawl (tallit) with a ritual fringe (tzitzit) on each of its four corners"
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