transcription, транскрипция: [ ɪnvəkeɪʃ(ə)n ]
( invocations)
1.
An invocation is a request for help or forgiveness made to a god. ( FORMAL )
...an invocation for divine guidance.
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2.
An invocation is a prayer at a public meeting, usually at the beginning. ( AM )
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