DAMNATION


Meaning of DAMNATION in English

damˈnāshən, daamˈ- noun

( -s )

Etymology: Middle English dampnacioun, from Old French dampnation, damnation, from Latin damnation-, damnatio, from damnatus (past participle of damnare to condemn) + -ion-, -io -ion — more at damn

1. : the act of damning or the state of being damned — often used interjectionally especially to express annoyance or disgust

2.

a. : condemnation to everlasting punishment in the future state

b. : the punishment resulting from such condemnation

how can ye escape the damnation of hell — Mt 23:33 (Authorized Version)

3. : a cause or occasion of damnation : a sin leading to or deserving of everlasting punishment

stressing that crime is sin and sin damnation — A.C.Ward

4. Roman law : condemnation, sentence, or judgment especially to pay damages — used especially in the phrase legacy by damnation with reference to the obligation of the heir to do something for or give something to another person

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