invocation

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service
  2. noun an incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil
  3. noun calling up a spirit or devil

Etymology

From Middle English invocacioun, from Old French invocacion, from Latin invocatio, invocationem. Equivalent to invoke + -ation.

In classic literature

Synonyms

supplication

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