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purgatory

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Main Entry:
pur·ga·to·ry 
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Pronunciation:
\ˈpər-gə-ˌtr-ē\
Function:
noun
Inflected Form(s):
plural pur·ga·to·ries
Etymology:
Middle English, from Anglo-French or Medieval Latin; Anglo-French purgatorie, from Medieval Latin purgatorium, from Late Latin, neuter of purgatorius purging, from Latin purgare
Date:
13th century
1: an intermediate state after death for expiatory purification ; specifically : a place or state of punishment wherein according to Roman Catholic doctrine the souls of those who die in God's grace may make satisfaction for past sins and so become fit for heaven2: a place or state of temporary suffering or misery


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