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czyściec — meaning in English

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English meaning

purgatory noun In Catholic belief, a temporary state after death in which souls are purified before entering Heaven.

Senses

czyściec is used for these senses in English:

Purgatory (Christianity) An intermediate state after death in which some of those ultimately destined for Heaven must first undergo purification.
woundwort Any of several plants of the genus Stachys

purgatory — full definition

noun In Catholic belief, a temporary state after death in which souls are purified before entering Heaven.
noun Any situation of temporary suffering, waiting, or discomfort.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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