English · Culture & Society
ritual
/ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl/
[/ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl/]
set ceremonial actions
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A set of actions performed in a fixed order, often as part of a religious or traditional ceremony.
Example
The morning ritual of lighting a lamp and praying has been kept for generations.
The morning ritual of lighting a lamp and praying has been kept for generations.
Etymology
From Latin 'ritualis', from 'ritus' (a religious observance, custom).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for religious rites and also everyday routines done in a fixed way.