单词 | exorcise |
释义 | exorcise —exorcisement, n. —exorciser, n. /ek"sawr suyz', -seuhr-/, v.t., exorcised, exorcising. 1. to seek to expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration or religious or solemn ceremonies: to exorcise a demon. 2. to free (a person, place, etc.) of evil spirits or malignant influences. Also, exorcize. [1350-1400; ME < LL exorcizare < Gk exorkízein, equiv. to ex- EX-3 + (h)orkízein to cause (someone) to swear an oath] |
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