pray : Idioms & Phrases

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I pray, ∨ (by ellipsis) Pray

  • I beg; I request; I entreat you; used in asking a question, making a request, introducing a petition, etc.; as, Pray, allow me to go.
Webster 1913

praying mantid

  • noun the common mantis
    Mantis religioso; praying mantid.
WordNet

praying mantis

  • noun the common mantis
    Mantis religioso; praying mantid.
WordNet

To pray in aid

  • to beseech and claim such assistance.
Webster 1913