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   bless·ing

   /ˈblesiNG/

   noun

   • 1. God's favor and protection: "may God continue to give us his blessing" Similar protectionfavorOpposite condemnation
   • ▪ a prayer asking for God's favor and protection: "a priest gave a blessing as the ship was launched"
   • ▪ grace said before or after a meal. Similar benedictiondedicationconsecrationinvocationcommendationprayer for someoneintercessiongracethanksgivingthankskiddusharchaic:orisonOpposite anathema
   • ▪ a beneficial thing for which one is grateful; something that brings well-being: "great intelligence can be a curse as well as a blessing" Similar advantagebenefithelpboongood thinggodsendfavorgiftconveniencebonusplus pointadded attractionadditional benefitextraadded extraluckstroke of luckpiece of luckgood fortunewindfallgainprofitvirtuebountyinformal:plusperkliterary:benisonOpposite affliction
   • ▪ a person's sanction or support: "he gave the plan his blessing even before it was announced" Similar sanctionconsentassentendorsementclearanceagreementconcurrenceapprovalseal of approvalstamp of approvalimprimaturbackingsupportfavorgood wishesinformal:the go-aheadthe thumbs upthe green lightthe OKformal:approbation

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   The meaning of BLESSING is the act or words of one that blesses. How to use blessing in a sentence.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishBLESSING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   BLESSING definition: 1. a request by a priest for God to take care of a particular person or a group of people, or God's…. Learn more.

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   the act or words of a person who blesses. a special favor, mercy, or benefit: the blessings of liberty. Synonyms: bounty, profit, gain, boon, advantage. a favor or gift bestowed by God, thereby bringing happiness. the invoking of God's favor upon a person: The son was denied his father's blessing.

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   A blessing is a prayer asking for divine protection, or a little gift from the heavens. It's also any act of approving, like when your roommate wants to move out and you give her your blessings. Blessings have to do with approval. The first meaning is asking for divine protection or favor.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishBLESSING definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A blessing is a prayer asking God to look kindly upon the people who are present or the event that is taking place. 4. See also bless. 5. See to count your blessings. 6. See a blessing in disguise. 7. See a mixed blessing. More Synonyms of blessing. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers.

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   n. 1. The act of one that blesses. 2. A short prayer said before or after a meal; grace. 3. Something promoting or contributing to happiness, well-being, or prosperity; a boon. 4. Approbation; approval: This plan has my blessing. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › blessingBLESSING | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   something that is lucky or makes you happy: It is a blessing that no one was hurt. blessing noun (APPROVAL) approval that someone gives to a plan or action: Mr Newton has given his blessing for the plan. blessing noun (RELIGION) protection or help from God, or a prayer to ask for this. Idioms. a blessing in disguise. a mixed blessing.

9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › blessingblessing noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of blessing noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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    Jun 22, 2024 · blessing (plural blessings) Some kind of divine or supernatural aid, or reward. A pronouncement invoking divine aid. Good fortune. ( paganism) A modern pagan ceremony. The act of declaring or bestowing favor; approval . We will not proceed without the executive director's blessing. Something someone is glad of.

11. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › blessBless Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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    1. religion : to hallow or consecrate by religious rite or word. asked the priest to bless their marriage. Bless this home. 2. religion : to hallow with the sign of the cross. He blessed himself before liftoff. 3. : to invoke divine care for. bless your heart. used in the phrase bless you to wish good health especially to one who has just sneezed.