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Ablution

The act of washing or cleansing; specifically, the washing of the body, or some part of it, as a religious rite.

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Lavation 76% connected

A washing or cleansing.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Ritual 76% connected

Of or pertaining to rites or ritual; as, ritual service or sacrifices; the ritual law.

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Wash 76% connected

To cleanse by ablution, or dipping or rubbing in water; to apply water or other liquid to for the purpose of cleansing; to scrub with water, etc., or…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Washing 76% connected

of Wash

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