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intercession

/ɪntərˈsɛʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does intercession mean?

noun

The act of intervening on behalf of someone, especially in a prayer or appeal. A person or thing that intervenes on behalf of someone.

Example

"The priest's intercession helped to secure the prisoner's release."

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