rite | ||
1. | [ noun ] (religion) an established ceremony prescribed by a religion | |
Synonyms: | religious_rite | |
Examples: | "the rite of baptism" |
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Related terms: | religious_ceremony orgy circumcision last_rites liturgy office vigil | |
2. | [ noun ] any customary observance or practice | |
Synonyms: | ritual | |
Related terms: | custom marriage betrothal rite_of_passage ritual_dancing ritualize | |
Similar spelling: |
Ritt riot Ried ride Rieth riata Rideau rid Rita rit. |