Rosary

usgb/ˈrəʊzəri/
noun

A string of beads used in prayer, especially in the Catholic Church.

The nun held a rosary while praying in the chapel.
Visual representation of "rosary" - A string of beads used in prayer, especially in the Catholic Church

Often appears as...

  • praying the rosary
  • holding a rosary
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Catholic Identity

The rosary is strongly associated with Catholicism and may not be well-known in other contexts.

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In many Catholic families, a rosary is a common heirloom.
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Physical Object

Remember, a rosary refers to the actual string of beads, often carried or visible during prayer.

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He kept his grandmother's rosary in his pocket for good luck.
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Religious Ritual

Using a rosary is part of a meditative prayer ritual, not just a decorative item.

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The group gathered to pray with rosaries at the church.
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