Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smudging
noun
/ˈsmʌdʒ.ɪŋ/
Definition
Smudging refers to the practice of burning herbs, such as sage, to cleanse a space or person of negative energy.
Examples
- Smudging the room with sage was part of the ritual.
- After smudging, she felt a sense of peace and clarity.
- They practiced smudging at the beginning of their ceremony.
Meaning
The act of using smoke from burning herbs to purify or sanctify a location or individual.
Synonyms
- cleansing
- purification
- sacralization
