invocation

Noun
  1. A prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service (synset 107204950)
    is a type of: orison, petition, prayer - reverent petition to a deity
    subtypes: rogation - a solemn supplication ceremony prescribed by the church
    is a part of: divine service, religious service, service - the act of public worship following prescribed rules
    same as: supplication
  2. An incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil (synset 107174947)
    is a type of: conjuration, incantation - a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect
  3. Calling up a spirit or devil (synset 105987026)
    is a type of: magic, thaumaturgy - any art that invokes supernatural powers
    subtypes: evocation, summoning - calling up supposed supernatural forces by spells and incantations
    same as: conjuration, conjuring, conjury
  4. The act of appealing for help (synset 100098064)
    is a type of: effectuation, implementation - the act of implementing (providing a practical means for accomplishing something); carrying into effect

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