stations

/ˈsteɪ.ʃənz/

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Meaning · English

An infrequent religious gathering of family and friends spread over a few days, where Mass and the Rosary will be said in the home.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

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Noun

Examples

This tradition dates back to the Penal Laws, when it was forbidden for Catholic priests to say Mass in public. To get around the problem, the Mass was often celebrated secretly in people's homes, and afterwards, those in attendance stayed on for breakfast. This was often followed by a full day of me

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “stations” mean?

An infrequent religious gathering of family and friends spread over a few days, where Mass and the Rosary will be said in the home.

Is “stations” formal or informal?

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