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salvific

Syllabification: (sal·vif·ic)
Pronunciation: /salˈvifik/

Definition of salvific

adjective

Theology
  • leading to salvation.

Origin:

late 16th century: from Latin salvificus 'saving', from salvus 'safe'

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