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libation

UK
/laɪˈbeɪʃən/
US
/laɪˈbeɪʃən/

Translations

libationnoun
libations
pl
UK
/laɪˈbeɪʃən/
US
/laɪˈbeɪʃən/
libationOffrande rituelle de boisson à une divinité, un esprit ou un ancêtre.
The priest performed the ritual by pouring a libation of wine onto the altar.
Le prêtre a accompli le rite en versant une libation de vin sur l’autel.
Additional translations
libationPar extension, boisson prise en célébration ou dans un cadre convivial, souvent avec une nuance littéraire ou plaisante.
Synonyms
offering
drink
pouring
sacrifice
alcohol
libationadjective
UK
/laɪˈbeɪʃən/
US
/laɪˈbeɪʃən/
Attributive use of the noun when modifying another noun (e.g. "libation vessel").
libatoireTerme surtout utilisé dans un contexte religieux ou archéologique.
Archaeologists uncovered several libation bowls at the site.
Les archéologues ont découvert plusieurs vases libatoires sur le site.

Definitions

libationnoun
A drink poured out as an offering to a deity.
The priest performed the ritual by pouring a libation of wine onto the altar.
A drink, especially an alcoholic one, consumed in celebration or as a social ritual.
After the successful presentation, the team gathered at the bar for a celebratory libation.
The ceremonial act of pouring out a drink in honour of a deity, spirit, or ancestor.
The priest led the libation at dawn to bless the fields.
libationadjective
Relating to or used for a libation or libations (attributive).
Archaeologists uncovered several libation bowls at the site.
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