silentritual
nounUK /ˈsaɪlənt ˈrɪtʃuəl/
US /ˈsaɪlənt ˈrɪtʃuəl/
A silent ritual is a special thing people do quietly, without talking.
Every morning she does a silent ritual of opening the curtains and stretching.
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2. A personal habit done without speaking, often to feel calm.
His silent ritual before exams is to close his eyes and breathe slowly.
3. A religious or spiritual act performed in complete quiet.
The monks began their silent ritual at dawn.
4. A repeated quiet action that marks a special moment.
Lighting a candle became their silent ritual for remembering loved ones.