a sentence, passage etc. reproduced from a statement, book or speech, in support or as an example; a quotation; citation.

a small metal spoon, usu. used in religious services.

the act or an instance of pulling or raising up.

a releasing from bondage, servitude or serfdom; emancipation.

the state of being freed from bondage, servitude, etc.

the act of or an instance of giving spiritual knowledge; enlightenment.

the state of being freed from the worldly entanglements.

a getting rid of completely; complete destruction; eradication.

a possessing, as by ownership or occupancy; possession.

a quoting of a sentence, passage etc. from a book, article, speech etc.; the sentence, passage, etc. so quoted; an excerption.

a charm or an amulet that is believed to have magical powers, esp. one thought to protect the wearer from evil and to bring them good luck; a talisman.