oblation
UK: əˈbleɪʃ(ə)n | US: əˈbleɪʃən
n. a solemn offering or sacrifice, especially to a deity
n. (Christianity) the presentation of bread and wine to God in the Eucharist
The word "oblation" originates from Latin oblatio, derived from ob- (meaning "toward") and lat- (the past participle stem of ferre, meaning "to carry"). It literally means "something carried toward" (i.e., an offering). The term entered Middle English via Old French, retaining its religious connotation of a sacrificial gift. The morpheme lat- also appears in words like "translate" (carry across) and "relate" (carry back), emphasizing the idea of movement or presentation.
The priest prepared the oblation of bread and wine for the ceremony.
In ancient cultures, oblations were often made to appease the gods.
The act of oblation symbolizes devotion and surrender in many religions.
She viewed her volunteer work as a personal oblation to her community.
The temple records detailed the types of oblations received from worshippers.