mortification (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 04
def (Christianity) the act of mortifying the lusts of the flesh by self-denial and privation (especially by bodily pain or discomfort inflicted on yourself)
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Hypernym self-denial, self-discipline, self-control
Domain of synset - TOPIC Christianity, Christian religion
Derivationally related form mortification → mortify; mortification → mortify
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Hyponym self-denial, self-discipline, self-control
Member of this domain - TOPIC Christianity, Christian religion
Derivationally related form mortify → mortification; mortify → mortification

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