blessing

US /ˈblɛsɪŋ/

UK /'blesɪŋ/

B1

verb

  • To make something holy by saying a special prayer

noun

  • Act making something holy by special prayers
  • God's favor and protection.
  • Approval or permission.
  • Something that is beneficial or welcome.
  • A prayer asking for God's favor.
  • Something that seems bad but has a good result.