Immaculate Conception

noun

1
: the conception of the Virgin Mary in which as decreed in Roman Catholic dogma her soul was preserved free from original sin by divine grace
2
: December 8 observed as a Roman Catholic feast in commemoration of the Immaculate Conception

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In addition to attending mass on All Saints Day, some people dress up as the saints, said Rossi, from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 31 Oct. 2024 When it was founded, St. Mary’s was known as Immaculate Conception — the patroness of the United States. Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 2 June 2024 Four years ago, the historic Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church was partly gutted by fire. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 7 June 2024 But he’s felt connected to Kansas City for about forever, including getting married at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception to an Overland Park native. Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for Immaculate Conception 

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First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of Immaculate Conception was in 1597

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“Immaculate Conception.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Immaculate%20Conception. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.

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Immaculate Conception

noun
: December 8 observed as a Roman Catholic festival in honor of the conception of the Virgin Mary as free from original sin

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