Exauguration

/ɛɡˌzɔːɡjəˈreɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The act of removing or reversing a religious blessing, consecration, or prophetic pronouncement.

Etymology

From exaugurare + -tion (Latin -tio). Derived from the Roman religious practice of undoing augural consecrations when temples fell into disuse or were repurposed.

Kelly Says

When Romans wanted to tear down a sacred temple to build something new, they had to perform exauguration—like a ritual 'un-blessing' ceremony. It's the opposite of dedication.

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