Definitions

1. noun

a drink offered to a god or as an act of respect or celebration

“She made a libation to the sea goddess before setting sail.”

2. noun

a ceremonial or ritualistic pouring of liquid, especially wine

“The priest made a libation to the spirits with a cup of sacred wine.”

3. noun

a gift or offering, especially of food or drink

“The family made a libation to their ancestors with a feast and wine.”

4. verb

to offer a drink to a god or as an act of respect or celebration

“The sailors libated to the sea goddess before the storm.”