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Definition of Feast of Dormition
1. Noun. Celebration in the Eastern Orthodox Church of the Virgin Mary's being taken up into heaven when her earthly life ended; corresponds to the Assumption in the Roman Catholic Church and is also celebrated on August 15th.
Exact synonyms: Dormition
Generic synonyms: Holy Day, Religious Holiday
Group relationships: Aug, August
Generic synonyms: Holy Day, Religious Holiday
Group relationships: Aug, August