prayer
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/prer/
🇬🇧
/preə(r)/
noun
B1
words said to God to give thanks or ask for help
She said a prayer for her family's safety.
B1
a set form of words used when speaking to God
He recited a prayer before eating.
B2
the act or practice of praying
Daily prayer helps her feel calm.
R
a regular religious meeting where people pray together
They go to evening prayer at the church.
R
something you hope for very much
Her prayer is for world peace.
translation
words said to God to give thanks or ask for help; a set form of words used when speaking to God; the act or practice of praying; a regular religious meeting where people pray together; something you hope for very much
Word Forms
Plural
prayers