Defn: The form of instituting an abbot, answering to the consecration of a bishop. Ayliffe.
4. (R. C. Ch.)
Defn: A solemn rite by which bells, banners, candles, etc., are blessed with holy water, and formally dedicated to God.
BENEDICTIONAL
Ben`e*dic"tion*al, n.
Defn: A book of benedictions.
BENEDICTIONARY
Ben`e*dic"tion*a*ry, n.
Defn: A collected series of benedictions.
The benedictionary of Bishop Athelwold. G. Gurton's Needle.
BENEDICTIVE
Ben`e*dic"tive, a.
Defn: Tending to bless. Gauden.
BENEDICTORY
Ben`e*dic"to*ry, a.