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1.NounA sacred act and the attendant ceremony, considered an outward sign of divine grace, instituted by Jesus Christ.
2.NounThe Eucharist.
3.NounThe consecrated Eucharist (especially the bread).
4.NounAnything regarded as possessing a sacred character or mysterious significance.
5.NounThe oath of allegiance taken by soldiers in Ancient Rome; hence, any sacred ceremony used to impress an obligation; a solemn oath-taking; an oath.
6.VerbTo bind by an oath.