Meaning of the word commination in English

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commination

US /ˌkɑːmɪˈneɪʃən/
UK /ˌkɒmɪˈneɪʃən/

Noun

a threat of divine punishment or vengeance

Example:
The preacher delivered a powerful commination against sin.
The ancient text contained dire comminations for those who disobeyed the gods.
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