/ɪnvɪtəˈtɔri/; /ɪnvɪtˈætɔri/;

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or used in inviting; intended to invite

“The church’s invitatory hymns were sung during the Sunday service.”

2. noun

a prayer or hymn used in inviting people to worship or to a specific occasion

“The priest led the congregation in the invitatory prayer.”