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Definition exorcise in American English

exorcise verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈeksɔrˌsaɪz/
1

to get rid of an evil spirit using something such as a ceremony or prayer

Example

A spring festival was held to exorcise all the evil spirits of winter.

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2

to do something that helps you to stop thinking about a bad experience or memory

Example

This novel is an attempt to exorcise his personal demons.

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Definition exorcise in American English