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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ordination

/ɔːrdɪˈneɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does ordination mean?

noun

The act of conferring a religious or official status on a person, especially by the laying on of hands. A formal ceremony in which a person is appointed or consecrated to a particular office or position.

Example

"The bishop's ordination was attended by thousands of people."

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