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Definition of Rite
1. Noun. An established ceremony prescribed by a religion. "The rite of baptism"
Exact synonyms: Religious Rite
Generic synonyms: Religious Ceremony, Religious Ritual
Specialized synonyms: Vigil, Watch, Last Rites, Orgy, Circumcision, Liturgy, Office
Derivative terms: Ritual
Generic synonyms: Religious Ceremony, Religious Ritual
Specialized synonyms: Vigil, Watch, Last Rites, Orgy, Circumcision, Liturgy, Office
Derivative terms: Ritual
2. Noun. Any customary observance or practice.
Exact synonyms: Ritual
Generic synonyms: Custom, Usage, Usance
Terms within: Ceremonial Dance, Ritual Dance, Ritual Dancing
Specialized synonyms: Betrothal, Espousal, Marriage, Marriage Ceremony, Wedding, Rite Of Passage
Derivative terms: Ritual, Ritual, Ritualize
Generic synonyms: Custom, Usage, Usance
Terms within: Ceremonial Dance, Ritual Dance, Ritual Dancing
Specialized synonyms: Betrothal, Espousal, Marriage, Marriage Ceremony, Wedding, Rite Of Passage
Derivative terms: Ritual, Ritual, Ritualize
Definition of Rite
1. n. The act of performing divine or solemn service, as established by law, precept, or custom; a formal act of religion or other solemn duty; a solemn observance; a ceremony; as, the rites of freemasonry.
Definition of Rite
1. Noun. A religious custom. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Rite
1. a ceremonial act or procedure [n -S]