oblation

/ˈɒblˌeɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

an offering or gift, especially a sacrificial one

“The priest accepted the oblation of food from the worshippers.”

2. noun

a payment or contribution made to a church or charitable organization

“The church relied heavily on the oblation from its loyal donors.”

3. noun

a gift or offering made to a person, especially a superior

“The student presented a bouquet as an oblation to her teacher.”

Synonyms

  • gift
  • offering

Antonyms

  • rejection
  • withdrawal