Benedictionary

/ˌbɛnɪˈdɪkʃəˌnɛri/ noun

Definition

A collection or book of benedictions; a liturgical manual containing blessings for various occasions and ceremonies.

Etymology

From 'benediction' with the suffix '-ary' (collection, place, or relating to). This term parallels 'dictionary' (collection of words) and 'bestiary' (collection of beasts).

Kelly Says

The suffix '-ary' is genius—just as a 'dictionary' collects words, a 'benedictionary' collects blessings, and a 'bestiary' collects animals, showing how English builds related concepts!

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