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mortification

Length / number of characters: 13
Number of words: 1

  • strong feelings of embarrassment
  • the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
  • an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect
  • (Christianity) the act of mortifying the lusts of the flesh by self-denial and privation (especially by bodily pain or discomfort inflicted on yourself)
  • The act of mortifying, or the condition of being mortified
  • The death of one part of an animal body, while the rest continues to live
  • Destruction of active qualities
  • Subjection of the passions and appetites, by penance, absistence, or painful severities inflicted on the body
  • Hence: Deprivation or depression of self-approval
  • That which mortifies
  • A gift to some charitable or religious institution

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