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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