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prayer / supplication

nounfeminineformal/ˈpɾɛsɨ/medium

pre·ce

Definition

An entreaty or prayer addressed to a deity or higher entity, to ask for something or express gratitude.
He offered a prayer for the sick.
Her supplication was heard by the congregation.

Etymology

Do latim 'precem' (acusativo de 'prex'), que significa 'pedido', 'súplica'.

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