Definition of ROGATION

rogation

Plural: rogations

Noun

  • An act of entreating or a supplication, especially in prayer.
  • a solemn supplication ceremony prescribed by the church
  • A deeply serious and somber prayer or entreaty.
  • The demand, by the consuls or tribunes, of a law to be passed by the people; a proposed law or decree.

Examples

  • His silent ROGATION for a ’Q’ was finally answered on his next tile draw.

Origin / Etymology

Borrowed from Latin rogātiō, from rogō (“request”).

Scrabble Score: 9

rogation: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
rogation: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
rogation: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 11

rogation: valid Words With Friends Word