rosary

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun a string of beads used in counting prayers (especially by Catholics)

Etymology

From Middle English rosarie, from Latin rosārium, here in its sense as a garland of roses. The coin usage referred to the laurel wreath appearing on the obverse bust, as opposed to the bare head on the pollard. Doublet of Rosario and rosarium.

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Synonyms

prayer beads

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