Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
libate
verb
/lɪˈbeɪt/
Definition
To pour out a liquid as an offering to a deity.
Examples
- The priests would libate wine at the altar during the ceremony.
- In ancient rituals, they used to libate water for their gods.
Meaning
Libate refers to the act of pouring a liquid, typically a beverage or wine, as a ritualistic offering. This practice is often done in religious or ceremonial contexts.
Synonyms
- pour
- offer
- wine offering
