oblation

• 名词，指奉献或捐赠的行为，通常指向教堂或慈善机构捐款捐物；也指所奉献的祭品或礼物。

A noun referring to the act of making a contribution or offering, typically to the funds of a church or charity.

1. Religious offeringC1formal

   A formal offering or donation made to a deity, church, or religious institution, often as an act of worship or devotion.

   祭品

   • The priest accepted the oblation of bread and wine during the service.
   • In ancient times, oblations were made to the gods for a good harvest.
   • The congregation presented their oblations at the altar.

   同义词donationgiftlibationofferingpresentationsacrificetribute

2. Charitable contributionC1formal

   A donation or gift given to support the work of a church, charity, or other philanthropic organization.

   捐献

   • Her generous oblation helped fund the new community center.
   • The charity relies on the oblations of its supporters to continue its mission.
   • He made a substantial oblation to the church's building fund.

   同义词almsbenefactioncharitycontributiondonationgiftofferingpresent