oremus

/ˈɔrɛməs/

Definitions

1. noun

A Latin word used as a liturgical expression, especially in the Anglican Communion, roughly translating to ‘let us pray’ or ‘let us give thanks’.

“The priest led the congregation in an ‘oremus’ before the blessing.”

Synonyms

  • amen
  • let us pray

Antonyms

  • amen (in the sense of a denial)
  • silence