Rogation Day

noun

: any of the days of prayer especially for the harvest observed on the three days before Ascension Day and by Roman Catholics also on April 25

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Rogation Day was in the 15th century

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“Rogation Day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Rogation%20Day. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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Rogation Day

noun
Ro·​ga·​tion Day
rō-ˈgā-shən-
: one of the Christian days of prayer especially for the harvest observed on the three days before Ascension Day and by Roman Catholics also on April 25
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