| NOUN | time | Dormition, Feast of Dormition | celebration in the Eastern Orthodox Church of the Virgin Mary's being taken up into heaven when her earthly life ended |
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| Meaning | celebration in the Eastern Orthodox Church of the Virgin Mary's being taken up into heaven when her earthly life ended; corresponds to the Assumption in the Roman Catholic Church and is also celebrated on August 15th. | |
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| Synonym | Feast of Dormition | |
| Part of | August, Aug | The month following July and preceding September |
| Broader | religious holiday, holy day | A day specified for religious observance |
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