Associations to the word «Homily»

Wiktionary

HOMILY, noun. A sermon, especially concerning a practical matter.
HOMILY, noun. A moralizing lecture.
HOMILY, noun. A platitude.

Dictionary definition

HOMILY, noun. A sermon on a moral or religious topic.

Wise words

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