oblation

[prettygoodword]

oblation - n., the act of offering something. such as worship or thanks, especially to a deity; something offered in a religious rite or as a charitable gift; (usually cap.) the act of offering the bread and wine of the Eucharist.


From Middle English oblacioun, from Old French oblacion, from Late Latin oblatio, from Latin oblatus, past participle of offerre, to offer, literally ob-, to + ferre, bring. If you find yourself in a world with Oblation Boards, you may be in trouble.

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---L.

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[movingfinger.livejournal.com]

I used to live near a religious establishment which had a discreet sign near one of its rural, charming entrances: OBLATE CENTER, with an arrow.

[prettygoodword.livejournal.com]

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