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ablutions

Pronunciation: [əˈbluːʃənz]

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Learn how to use ablutions in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “hygiene”

(noun) ablutions are the actions of washing or cleaning oneself, especially before religious practices. This is often done to feel fresh and respectful before starting something important.

Example

Every morning, she performed her ablutions before breakfast.

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He skipped his ablutions today and felt uncomfortable because of it.

Example

Did you complete your ablutions before the ceremony?

Context: “religion”

(noun) ablutions can refer to the specific ritual washing that some religions require. It's a way to prepare oneself spiritually.

Example

Before entering the temple, he made his ablutions in the sacred fountain.

Example

She felt unprepared because she hadn't performed her ablutions before prayer.

Example

Are ablutions necessary for worship in your faith?

How to pronounce ablutions

Pronunciation: [əˈbluːʃənz]

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