Definition of Rogation

1. Noun. A solemn supplication ceremony prescribed by the church.

Generic synonyms: Invocation, Supplication

Definition of Rogation

1. n. The demand, by the consuls or tribunes, of a law to be passed by the people; a proposed law or decree.

Definition of Rogation

1. Noun. A deeply serious and somber prayer or entreaty. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Rogation

1. the proposal of a law in ancient Rome [n -S]

Medical Definition of Rogation

1. 1. The demand, by the consuls or tribunes, of a law to be passed by the people; a proposed law or decree. 2. Litany; supplication. "He perfecteth the rogations or litanies before in use." (Hooker) Rogation days, the three days which immediately precede Ascension Day; so called as being days on which the people, walking in procession, sang litanies of special supplication. Rogation flower, a European species of milkwort (Polygala vulgaris); so called from its former use for garlands in Rogation week. Rogation week, the second week before Whitsunday, in which the Rogation days occur. Origin: L. Rogatio, fr. Rogare, rogatum, to ask, beg, supplicate: cf. F. Rogation. Cf. Abrogate, Arrogant, Probogue. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Rogation

roentgenometry
roentgenoscope
roentgenoscopes
roentgenoscopy
roentgenotherapy
roentgens
roepiah
roepiahs
roes
roestone
roestones
rofecoxib
roffle
roflcopter
rogan josh
rogation (current term)
rogations
rogatory
roger that
rogered
rogerings
roggenbrot
roggenbrots
roggianite
rogowski loop or coil
rogue
rogue's gallery
rogue access point

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