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
Buổi tụ họp tôn giáo hiếm hoi của gia đình và bạn bè
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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?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.