meditation
Americannoun
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the act of meditating.
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continued or extended thought; reflection; contemplation.
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devout religious contemplation or spiritual introspection.
noun
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the act of meditating; contemplation; reflection
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contemplation of spiritual matters, esp as a religious practice
Etymology
Origin of meditation
First recorded in 1175–1225; from Latin meditātiōn-, stem of meditātiō “contemplation, planning”; equivalent to meditate + -ion
Example Sentences
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Sarah lost one tenant at the meditation studio in July; another threatened to move out soon after.
From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026
This year’s edition includes an opening night party with a DJ set by street artist Shepard Fairey, panel discussions, guided meditation and even a sound bath.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026
Activities include talks by a psychologist, yoga, sound healing, a disco and a meditation and manifestation session.
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026
Even something like “Perfect Days” — Wenders’ most recent narrative film, a simple but moving meditation on the beauty of life and routine — has the potency of politics in its bones.
From Salon • Mar. 6, 2026
I have a house full of self-help books and meditation tapes.
From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King
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