Meaning of invocation in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌɪnvəˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    invocation

    Etymology

    late Middle English: via Old French from Latin invocatio(n-), from the verb invocare (see invoke)

    Definitions

    1. a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service

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  2. 2. an incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil

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  3. 3. calling up a spirit or devil

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  4. 4. the act of appealing for help

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