Meaning of the word benediction in English

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benediction

US /ˌben.əˈdɪk.ʃən/
UK /ˌben.ɪˈdɪk.ʃən/
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Noun

the utterance or bestowing of a blessing, especially at the end of a religious service

Example:
The priest offered a benediction to the congregation before they left.
He closed the ceremony with a short benediction.
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