Definition of Rite
Rite
Rite
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A ceremonial act or procedure, especially a religious one.
e.g. The priest performed the sacred rite to bless the newborn baby.
(noun)
a social custom, tradition, or convention;
e.g. We have family Thanksgiving rite of setting up the Christmas tree after the Thanksgiving meal.
(noun)
a division of the Christian church or their customary observances;
e.g. This custom is unique to the Byzantine rite.
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