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Meaning of sacrificial lamb

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

sacrificial

Pronunciation:/ˈsæk.ɹə.fɪʃ.əl/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Relating to sacrifice

    Example: The old sacrificial well is still there, but animals aren't thrown into it to appease monsters anymore.

  2. Used as a sacrifice.

    Example: The ceremony involves the ritual slaying of a sacrificial lamb.