blessing, approval, approving -- (the formal act of approving; "he gave the project his blessing"; "his decision merited the approval of any sensible person")
blessing, boon -- (a desirable state; "enjoy the blessings of peace"; "a spanking breeze is a boon to sailors")
grace, blessing, thanksgiving -- (a short prayer of thanks before a meal; "their youngest son said grace")
benediction, blessing -- (a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection)
blessing, benediction -- (the act of praying for divine protection)
Overview of verb bless
The verb bless has 4 senses
bless -- (give a benediction to; "The dying man blessed his son")
bless -- (confer prosperity or happiness on)
bless, sign -- (make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate)
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