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Uncommonsacrament
The correct spelling is sacrament.
How to pronounce sacrament
/ˈsækɹəmənt/
nounIPA: /ˈsækɹəmənt/
Say it like: Sac-ram-ent
The correct spelling is sacrament. A sacred act or ceremony in Christianity. In Catholic theology, a sacrament is defined as "an outward sign instituted by Christ to give grace."
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A sacred act or ceremony in Christianity. In Catholic theology, a sacrament is defined as "an outward sign instituted by Christ to give grace."
- 2.(in particular) The Eucharist.
- 3.The consecrated Eucharist (especially the bread).
- 4.A thing which is regarded as possessing a sacred character or mysterious significance.
- 5.The oath of allegiance taken by soldiers in Ancient Rome; hence, any sacred ceremony used to impress an obligation; a solemn oath-taking; an oath.
verb
- 1.To bind by an oath.
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