Exorcism

/ˈeksɔːrsɪzəm/

noun

A ritual to drive out an evil spirit from a person, place or thing.

The priest performed an exorcism on the haunted house

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Be mindful when using 'exorcism'; it holds religious and cultural significance and may be taken very seriously.

His curiosity about exorcism and its procedures was met with caution from those of strong faith.

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'Exorcism' can refer to the removal of spirits from locations or objects, not just people.

The antique mirror was said to undergo an exorcism to cleanse it of its eerie aura.

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'Exorcism' often appears in horror or supernatural themed books and movies.

The film 'The Exorcist' revolves around a young girl's exorcism.

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