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libation

li·ba·tion [ lī báysh'n ] (plural li·ba·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. pouring of liquid as religious offering: the pouring out of a liquid, e.g. wine or oil, as a sacrifice to a god or in honor of a dead person

2. something poured out as sacrifice: a liquid, e.g. wine or oil, poured out as a religious offering

3. strong drink: an alcoholic drink ( humorous )

[14th century. < Latin libation-< libare "pour out"]

li·ba·tion·al adjective
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