amen
interjection\ (ˈ)ä-ˈmen 
, (ˈ)ā- ; ˈä- when sung \
, (ˈ)ā- ; ˈä- when sung \Definition of amen
—used to express solemn ratification (as of an expression of faith) or hearty approval (as of an assertion)
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amen
interjection English Language Learners Definition of amen
—used at the end of a prayer
—used to express agreement or approval
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amen
interjection\ ˈā-ˈmen , ˈä- \
, ˈä- \Kids Definition of amen
1 —used at the end of a prayer
2 —used to express agreementWhen I said we could use a bit of luck, he replied, “Amen!”
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The first known use of amen was before the 12th century
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