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libation in German

libation in German is Trankopfer, Libation, Opferwein — libation means the act of pouring a liquid, most often wine, in sacrifice on the ground, on a ritual object, or on a victim, in honor of some deity.

libation in German

Trankopfer
noun
The act of pouring a liquid, most often wine, in sacrifice on the ground, on a ritual object, or on a victim, in honor of some deity.
Libation
noun
The act of pouring a liquid, most often wine, in sacrifice on the ground, on a ritual object, or on a victim, in honor of some deity.
Opferwein
noun
The wine or liquid thus poured out.
Trankopfer
noun
The wine or liquid thus poured out.
Drink
noun
(often, _, humorous) A beverage, especially an alcoholic one.
Getränk
noun
(often, _, humorous) A beverage, especially an alcoholic one.

What does "libation" mean?

  1. noun The act of pouring a liquid, most often wine, in sacrifice on the ground, on a ritual object, or on a victim, in honor of some deity.
  2. noun The wine or liquid thus poured out.
  3. noun A beverage, especially an alcoholic one.
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What is "libation" in German?

"libation" in German is Trankopfer, Libation, Opferwein. libation means: The act of pouring a liquid, most often wine, in sacrifice on the ground, on a ritual object, or on a victim, in honor of some deity.

Are there other ways to say "libation" in German?

Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "libation": Trankopfer, Libation, Opferwein, Drink, Getränk.

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