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Rite
01
a formal or ceremonial act, procedure, or ritual, often associated with religious practices
Example
The priestess performed the purification rite to cleanse the temple before the annual festival.
The priest conducted the baptismal rite, welcoming the newborn into the church community.
02
a formal or traditional act performed for a specific purpose, often in religious or cultural ceremonies
Example
The rite of passage marked his transition into adulthood.
Marriage is an important rite in many cultures.
