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Meaning of sacrament

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

sacrament

Pronunciation:/ˈsækɹəmənt/

noun

Definitions

  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.

verb

Definitions

  1. To bind by an oath.