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lustrating


Meanings
  • Verb

    The act of purifying or cleansing, especially by ritual means.


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lustrate , lustrated , lustrates , lustrating , lustration , lustrations
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'lustrare' which means 'to purify' or 'to inspect'.


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  1. In ancient Rome, lustration was often performed using water and incense.

  2. The last lustration of the Roman Republic was performed by Julius Caesar in 44 BC.


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  1. Purification: The act of making something clean or free from impurities, often for religious or ritualistic reasons.

  2. Ritual: A religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order.


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In ancient Rome, lustration was a purification rite performed by the consuls and other magistrates to ensure the continued health and prosperity of the state.

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