Meaning of the word visitation in English
What does visitation mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
visitation
US /ˌvɪz.əˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌvɪz.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
Noun
1.
an official visit, especially one to inspect or to provide support
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The school received a surprise visitation from the education board.
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The charity conducts regular visitations to remote villages.
2.
the right of a parent to visit their children, especially after a divorce or separation
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The court granted the father weekly visitation rights.
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They are currently negotiating the terms of child visitation.
3.
a divine or supernatural appearance or inspiration
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She claimed to have experienced a divine visitation.
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The artist found inspiration after a sudden visitation of ideas.
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