ASSUMPTION


Meaning of ASSUMPTION in English

■ noun

1》 a thing that is assumed as true.

2》 the action of assuming responsibility or control.

3》 ( Assumption ) the reception of the Virgin Mary bodily into heaven, according to Roman Catholic doctrine.

↘the feast in honour of the Assumption, celebrated on 15 August.

4》 archaic arrogance or presumption.

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