secular : Idioms & Phrases
Secular equation
(Astron.) , the algebraic or numerical expression of the magnitude of the inequalities in a planet's motion that remain after the inequalities of a short period have been allowed for.
Webster 1913
Secular games
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noun the centennial rites and games of ancient Rome that marked the commencement of a new generation (100 years representing the longest life in a generation); observances may have begun as early as the 5th century BC and lasted well into the Christian era
Ludi Saeculares.
WordNet
(Rom. Antiq.) , games celebrated, at long but irregular intervals, for three days and nights, with sacrifices, theatrical shows, combats, sports, and the like.
Webster 1913
secular humanism
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noun the doctrine emphasizing a person's capacity for self-realization through reason; rejects religion and the supernatural
humanism.
WordNet
Secular hymn ∨ poem
- a hymn or poem composed for the secular games, or sung or rehearsed at those games.
Webster 1913
Secular music
- any music or songs not adapted to sacred uses.
