Meaning of Communion in English

1. Pronunciation

   /kəˈmjunjən/

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1. Noun

   Communion

   Etymology

   late Middle English: from Latin communio(n-), from communis (see common)

   Definitions

   1. the act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist

   Examples

   • « the governor took Communion with the rest of the congregation »
2. 2. sharing thoughts and feelings
3. 3. (Christianity) a group of Christians with a common religious faith who practice the same rites