noun
intercession
Intercession (noun) means stepping in to help settle a disagreement between two sides.
noun
1
Stepping in to help settle a disagreement between two sides.
2
(religion) A prayer said to God asking for help on someone else's behalf.
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Etymology
First recorded in the early 15th century, coming from Middle French intercession, from Old French intercession, from Latin intercessiō, from intercēdō, formed from inter- (“between”) and cēdō (“to go”; compare English cede) — literally “go-between”.
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Rhymes for intercession
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of intercession?
"intercession" (noun) means stepping in to help settle a disagreement between two sides.
What is another word for intercession?
Other words for "intercession" include intervention.
What are the different meanings of intercession?
"intercession" has 2 main meanings: 1. Stepping in to help settle a disagreement between two sides; 2. (religion) A prayer said to God asking for help on someone else's behalf.
