sacrament
Translation
sacrament
Examples
Baptism is an important sacrament in Christianity.
Baptism is an important sacrament in Christianity.
He received the sacrament of Holy Communion.
He received the sacrament of Holy Communion.
Grammar Patterns
((countable noun)) a religious ceremony Baptism is an important sacrament in Christianity.
the sacrament of ((sth.)) a specific religious rite He received the sacrament of Holy Communion.
Similar Words
rite, ritual, ceremony, ordinance
Etymology
From Latin 'sacramentum' (a solemn oath), from 'sacrare' (to make sacred), from 'sacer' (sacred).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'sacred moment' ('sacra-ment') in a religious ceremony.