orison

noun

or·​i·​son ˈȯr-ə-sən 

ˈär-,

-zən

: prayer

Synonyms

• prayer

Examples of orison in a Sentence

a fervent orison asking for divine guidance in bringing about a peaceful solution to the grave international crisis

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French ureisun, oreison, from Late Latin oration-, oratio, from Latin, oration

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

orison

noun

or·​i·​son ˈȯr-ə-sən 

ˈär-,

-zən

1

: prayer sense 1

2

: prayer sense 2a