Associations to the word «Blessing»

Wiktionary

BLESSING, noun. Some kind of divine or supernatural aid, or reward.
BLESSING, noun. A pronouncement invoking divine aid.
BLESSING, noun. Good fortune.
BLESSING, noun. (paganism) A modern pagan ceremony.
BLESSING, noun. The act of declaring or bestowing favor; approval.
BLESSING, noun. A thing one is glad of.
BLESSING, noun. A prayer before a meal; grace.
BLESSING, noun. A group of unicorns.
BLESSING IN DISGUISE, noun. (idiomatic) A seeming misfortune that turns out to be for the best.

Dictionary definition

BLESSING, noun. The formal act of approving; "he gave the project his blessing"; "his decision merited the approval of any sensible person".
BLESSING, noun. A desirable state; "enjoy the blessings of peace"; "a spanking breeze is a boon to sailors".
BLESSING, noun. A short prayer of thanks before a meal; "their youngest son said grace".
BLESSING, noun. A ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection.
BLESSING, noun. The act of praying for divine protection.

Wise words

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