LAVATION


Meaning of LAVATION in English

n.

Pronunciation: l ā - ' v ā -sh ə n

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English lavacioun, from Latin lavation-, lavatio, from lavare

Date: 15th century

: the act or an instance of washing or cleansing

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