rite — a religious or other solemn ceremony or act
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a religious or other solemn ceremony or act
Pronunciation (IPA): /raɪt/
Korean meaning: 종교적이거나 엄숙한 의식, 예식
Korean pronunciation: **라**잇
Example Sentences
- The teenager's first driving test felt like a rite of passage into adulthood.
- My morning coffee ritual has become such an important rite that I can't function without it.
- The graduation ceremony included ancient academic rites dating back centuries.
rite
NOUN//raɪt//
a religious or other solemn ceremony or act
a priest in ceremonial robes raises his hands while speaking sacred words over the couple. The bride and groom stand facing each other with joined hands in reverence. The priest begins the blessing as candles flicker on the ornate altar behind them. The couple bows their heads respectfully as the sacred ceremony continues. Wedding guests in the wooden pews watch solemnly from their seats. Family members wipe tears of joy while maintaining the reverent atmosphere. a religious or other solemn ceremony or act being performed
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'ritus' meaning 'religious observance' or 'ceremony.' In ancient Rome, it referred to the established procedures for worshipping gods, which evolved into our modern meaning of 'ritual' or 'ceremony.'
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📝Examples
“The teenager's first driving test felt like a rite of passage into adulthood.”
“My morning coffee ritual has become such an important rite that I can't function without it.”
“The graduation ceremony included ancient academic rites dating back centuries.”
“For gamers, staying up all night to finish a new release is practically a sacred rite.”
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