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salvific

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sal·vif·ic  (sl-vfk)
adj.
Having the intention or power to bring about salvation or redemption: "the doctrine that only a perfect male form can incarnate God fully and be salvific" (Rita N. Brock).
[Late Latin salvificus : Latin salvus, safe; see safe + Latin -ficus, -fic.]
sal·vifi·cal·ly adv.
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Adj.1.salvific - pertaining to the power of salvation or redemption
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