English noun: benediction | |||
1. | benediction (act) the act of praying for divine protection | ||
Synonyms | blessing | ||
Broader (hypernym) | prayer, supplication | ||
2. | benediction (communication) a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection | ||
Synonyms | blessing | ||
Broader (hypernym) | orison, petition, prayer | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | benison | ||