Definition

Relating to a ceremony or ritual that cleanses or purifies.

Example

The lustral waters were used in the ancient ceremony to purify the participants.

Conversation

I read about some ancient rituals that involved lustral waters for purification.

That sounds fascinating! What did they do with it?

They would use the lustral water to cleanse themselves before important ceremonies.

I love how rituals can have such deep meanings behind them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lustral → It is derived from 'lustratio' (meaning purification) and the suffix '-al' (meaning pertaining to). The word 'lustral' refers to something that pertains to purification, especially in a ritual context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'purification' ('lustratio') to remember that 'lustral' relates to rituals of cleansing.

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