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prayer
1[prair]
noun
a devout petition to God or an object of worship.
a spiritual communion with God or an object of worship, as in supplication, thanksgiving, adoration, or confession.
the act or practice of praying to God or an object of worship.
a formula or sequence of words used in or appointed for praying.
the Lord's Prayer.
prayers, a religious observance, either public or private, consisting wholly or mainly of prayer.
that which is prayed for.
the section of a bill in equity, or of a petition, that sets forth the complaint or the action desired.
a negligible hope or chance.
Do you think he has a prayer of getting that job?
prayer
2[prey-er]
noun
a person who prays.
prayer
1/ ɛə /
noun
a personal communication or petition addressed to a deity, esp in the form of supplication, adoration, praise, contrition, or thanksgiving
any other form of spiritual communion with a deity
a similar personal communication that does not involve adoration, addressed to beings venerated as being closely associated with a deity, such as angels or saints
the practice of praying
prayer is our solution to human problems
(often plural) a form of devotion, either public or private, spent mainly or wholly praying
morning prayers
(capital when part of a recognized name) a form of words used in praying
the Lord's Prayer
an object or benefit prayed for
an earnest request, petition, or entreaty
law a request contained in a petition to a court for the relief sought by the petitioner
slanga chance or hope
she doesn't have a prayer of getting married
prayer
2/ ˈɪə /
noun
a person who prays
Other Word Forms
- prayerless adjective
- prayerlessly adverb
- prayerlessness noun
- ˈ adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of prayer1
Origin of prayer2
Word History and Origins
Origin of prayer1
Example Sentences
"We extend our deepest gratitude for the outpouring of love and prayers during this difficult time. We wish peace and harmony to all who were touched by Sly's life and his iconic music."
Another said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this horrific time. There are good people in this city, we pray for your son."
Following victory, Harrison dropped to her knees in tears in the centre of the octagon before sharing a prayer with Pena and paying tribute to single mothers.
The device’s manufacturer insists that he and Carrie get on their knees to say a prayer together.
Dozens of prayer candles dotted the field behind the department.
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