ritual
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/ˈrɪtʃuəl/
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/ˈrɪtʃuəl/
noun
C1
A set of actions done the same way each time, often for religious reasons.
The morning ritual of drinking coffee helps me start my day.
R
Something done regularly in the same way.
Our family dinner ritual brings us together every Sunday.
adjective
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Related to a ceremony or set of actions.
The ritual dance is performed during the festival.
R
Done in the same way each time, often without real feeling.
He gave a ritual apology without meaning it.
translation
A set of actions done the same way each time, often for religious reasons.; Something done regularly in the same way.
Related to a ceremony or set of actions.; Done in the same way each time, often without real feeling.
Word Forms
Plural
rituals