Eucharist
|Eu/cha/rist|
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/ˈjuːkərɪst/
Christian ceremony
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Eucharist' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'eucharistia,' where 'eu-' meant 'good' and 'charis' meant 'grace.'
Historical Evolution
'Eucharistia' transformed into the Latin word 'eucharistia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'Eucharist' through Old French.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'thanksgiving,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the Christian ceremony commemorating the Last Supper.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
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