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Definition pray in British English

pray verb

verb
/preɪ/
1

to speak to God or a saint, for example to give thanks or ask for help

Example

Let us pray.

Example

They prayed for peace.

Example

He prayed to God to save him.

Example

We all prayed that she would soon recover.

Synonyms and related words
amen anthem baptise
2

to hope or wish very strongly for something

Example

Everyone prayed that the war wouldn't last long.

Example

They will be praying for the chance to replay the match.

Synonyms and related words
hope aim pray
Definition pray in British English