libation — a drink poured out as an offering to a deity or in honor of someone
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a drink poured out as an offering to a deity or in honor of someone
Pronunciation (IPA): /laɪˈbeɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The wedding guests raised their glasses in libation to the happy couple's future.
- His 'research' on ancient libation rituals required extensive field testing at various bars.
- The professor dramatically poured a libation of coffee to the god of deadlines before grading papers.
libation
NOUN[/laɪˈbeɪʃən/]
a drink poured out as an offering to a deity or in honor of someone
a drink poured out as an offering to a deity or in honor of someone
Through sacred libation, witness the creation of a nation
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“The wedding guests raised their glasses in libation to the happy couple's future.”
“His 'research' on ancient libation rituals required extensive field testing at various bars.”
“The professor dramatically poured a libation of coffee to the god of deadlines before grading papers.”
“Ancient cultures often performed libation ceremonies before important battles.”
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