■ noun
1》 the practice of observing the requirements of law, morality, or ritual.
2》 (usu. ~s ) an act performed for religious or ceremonial reasons.
↘a rule to be followed by a religious order.
3》 archaic respect; deference.
■ noun
1》 the practice of observing the requirements of law, morality, or ritual.
2》 (usu. ~s ) an act performed for religious or ceremonial reasons.
↘a rule to be followed by a religious order.
3》 archaic respect; deference.
Concise Oxford English vocab. Сжатый оксфордский словарь английского языка. 2004