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Definition of prayer
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1a(1) : an address (such as a petition) to God or a god in word or thought said a prayer for the success of the voyage
(2) : a set order of words used in praying
b : an earnest request or wish
2 : the act or practice of praying to God or a god kneeling in prayer
3 : a religious service consisting chiefly of prayers —often used in plural
4 : something prayed for
5 : a slight chance haven't got a prayer
prayer
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Definition of prayer (Entry 2 of 2)
: one that prays : supplicant
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Kids Definition of prayer
1 : words spoken to God a prayer for peace
2 : the act of praying to God We knelt in prayer.
3 : a strong hope or wish It's our prayer that you will return safely.
4 : a set form of words used in praying
5 : a religious service that is mostly prayers evening prayer
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Legal Definition of prayer
: the part of a pleading (as a complaint) that specifies the relief sought also : a request for relief or some other action by the court
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