литания — meaning in English

English meaning

• litany noun A set of prayers recited in a call-and-response pattern between a leader and a congregation.

Senses

литания is used for these senses in English:

• litany A ritual liturgical prayer in which a series of prayers recited by a leader are alternated with responses from the congregation.
• rogation A deeply serious and somber prayer or entreaty.

litany — full definition

1. noun A set of prayers recited in a call-and-response pattern between a leader and a congregation.
2. noun A long, repetitive list, especially of complaints or problems.