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mortifications

/mɔːr.tɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃənz/ noun · British & US
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What does mortifications mean?

noun

Punishments or hardships imposed on oneself as a form of penance or self-discipline.

Example

"The monk's mortifications were a testament to his devotion to his faith."

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