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Meaning of prostration

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

prostration

noun

Definitions

  1. The act or condition of prostrating oneself (lying flat), as a sign of humility.

  2. A part of the ordination of Catholic and Orthodox priests.

    Example: The ordination ceremony includes a variety of rituals, rich in meaning and history, e.g., the prostration, laying on of hands, anointing of hands, giving of the chalice and paten, and sign of peace. — Diocese of Rochester, NY

  3. Being laid face down (prone).

  4. The condition of being prostrated, as from heat; complete loss of strength.