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benedicite [ˌbɛnɪˈdaɪsɪtɪ] n (Christianity / Ecclesiastical Terms) (esp in Christian religious orders) a blessing or grace interj Obsolete an expression of surprise [from Latin, from benedīcere, from bene well + dīcere to speak] Benedicite [ˌbɛnɪˈdaɪsɪtɪ] n (Christianity / Ecclesiastical Terms) Christianity a canticle that originated as part of the Song of the Three Holy Children in the secondary addition to the Book of Daniel, beginning Benedicite omnia opera Domini Domino in Latin, and O all ye Works of the Lord in English How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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However, Tess found at least approximate expression for her feelings in the old BENEDICITE that she had lisped from infancy; and it was enough. Invited by Benassis, who summoned each in turn so as to avoid questions of precedence, the doctor's five guests went into the dining-room; and after the cure, in low and quiet tones, had repeated a Benedicite, they took their places at table. |
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