Pronunciation: /ˌbɛnɪˈdɪktəs/
noun
Christian Church-
1an invocation beginning Benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini (Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord) forming a set part of the Mass.
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2a canticle beginning Benedictus Dominus Deus (Blessed be the Lord God) from Luke 1:68-79.
