noun
viaticum
Viaticum (noun) means the Eucharist, when given to a person who is dying or one in danger of death.
noun
1
The Eucharist, when given to a person who is dying or one in danger of death.
2
Provisions, money, or other supplies given to someone setting off on a long journey.
3
A portable altar.
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Etymology
From Latin viāticum (“travelling-money, provisions for a journey”), from viāticus (“of a road or journey”), from via (“road”). Doublet of voyage.
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What is the meaning of viaticum?
"viaticum" (noun) means the Eucharist, when given to a person who is dying or one in danger of death.
What are the different meanings of viaticum?
"viaticum" has 3 main meanings: 1. The Eucharist, when given to a person who is dying or one in danger of death; 2. Provisions, money, or other supplies given to someone setting off on a long journey; 3. A portable altar.