burnt offering
A 'burnt offering' is a historical and religious practice where a sacrifice, often an animal, is completely consumed by fire, symbolizing dedication to a deity.
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Definition
C1Biblical
(historical, religious)A sacrificial animal burned on an altar as an atonement for sin.
Example
- In the Old Testament, a burnt offering was made to seek forgiveness for sins.
C1Religion
(historical, religious)Any sacrifice completely consumed by fire as an offering to a deity.
Example
- Various ancient cultures practiced burnt offerings as a way to honor their gods.
B2Humorous
(informal)Overcooked food.
Example
- She laughed and called the charred roast a burnt offering.
Similar
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