Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ablutions
noun
/əˈbluːʃənz/
Definition
The act of washing oneself, particularly in a religious or ceremonial context.
Examples
- Before entering the temple, the devotees performed their ablutions in the river.
- The monk’s daily routine includes several ablutions to maintain his spiritual cleanliness.
- He took a quick shower, considering it his morning ablutions before starting the day.
Meaning
Ablutions refer to the ritual or customary cleansing, often done as a part of prayer or purification.
Synonyms
- washing
- cleansing
- ritual washing
