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'.