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- pronunciation:
ton
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the act of atoning; reparation.
As atonement for the harm he had inflicted on the community, he devoted himself to public service. |
definition 2: |
(cap.) in Christianity, the bringing into harmony of God and man through Jesus Christ's life and sacrifice.
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definition 3: |
in Christian Science, the state of oneness between man and God.
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related words: |
compensation, offset |
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