pray
verbUK /preɪ/
US /preɪ/
To talk to God or a higher power.
Every night, she prays before going to bed.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. To ask for something very strongly and sincerely.
The villagers prayed for rain during the long drought.
3. To hope or wish for something earnestly.
I pray that everything turns out well for you.
4. To say a set prayer or take part in a religious service.
They gathered at the temple to pray together.