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burnt offering

burnt of·fer·ing (plural burnt of·fer·ings)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. sacrifice: in some religions, an animal or other offering that is burned on an altar as a sacrifice

2. burnt food: a dish of burnt or overcooked food that is nevertheless served ( humorous )

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