deprecation Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun a prayer to avert or remove some evil or disaster
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noun the act of expressing disapproval (especially of yourself)
denigration.
WordNet
Dep`re*ca"tion noun
Etymology
L.Definitions
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The act of deprecating; a praying against evil; prayer that an evil may be removed or prevented; strong expression of disapprobation. Humble deprecation. Milton.
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Entreaty for pardon; petitioning. -
An imprecation or curse. Obs. Gilpin.