rogation Meaning & Definition
/ɹəʊˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
What Does Rogation Mean?
Rogation is used as a noun meaning A deeply serious and somber prayer or entreaty. It can also mean The demand, by the consuls or tribunes, of a law to be passed by the people; a proposed law or decree.
Quick Facts About Rogation
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɹəʊˈɡeɪ.ʃən// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | rogations |
Rogation Definition (Noun)
- A deeply serious and somber prayer or entreaty.
- The demand, by the consuls or tribunes, of a law to be passed by the people; a proposed law or decree.
Synonyms of Rogation
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Rogation synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Rogation
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Rogation in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
rogation (countable and uncountable, plural rogations)
Origin of Rogation
Borrowed from Latin rogātiō, from rogō (“request”). By surface analysis, Latin rog- + -ate + -ion.
Rogation Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of rogation is //ɹəʊˈɡeɪ.ʃən//, spoken in 1 syllable.