preaching Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)
discourse; sermon.
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noun a moralistic rebuke
sermon.
- your preaching is wasted on him
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verb deliver a sermon
prophesy; preach.
- The minister is not preaching this Sunday
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verb speak, plead, or argue in favor of
advocate; preach.
- The doctor advocated a smoking ban in the entire house
WordNet
Preach"ing noun
Definitions
The act of delivering a religious discourse; the art of sermonizing; also, a sermon; a public religious discourse; serious, earnest advice. Milner.
