Ritual — meaning in English

English meaning

• ceremony noun A formal event held to mark or celebrate something important.
• ritual noun A set sequence of actions performed regularly, often with symbolic or religious meaning.

Senses

Ritual is used for these senses in English:

• ceremony A ritual, with religious or cultural significance.
• ritual A rite; a repeated set of actions, especially in religious contexts.

ceremony — full definition

1. noun A formal event held to mark or celebrate something important.
2. noun Formal politeness or observance of set procedure.

ritual — full definition

1. noun A set sequence of actions performed regularly, often with symbolic or religious meaning.
2. adj Relating to, or done as part of, a rite or fixed ceremony.

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