#1 purgation n. [catharsis, katharsis] purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels. wn
#2 purgation n. [purification] a ceremonial cleansing from defilement or uncleanness by the performance of appropriate rites. wn
#3 purgation n. [purge, purging] the act of clearing yourself (or another) from some stigma or charge. wn
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