#1 purification n. the act of cleaning by getting rid of impurities. wn
#2 purification n. [refining, refinement] the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.). wn
#3 purification n. [purgation] a ceremonial cleansing from defilement or uncleanness by the performance of appropriate rites. wn
#4 purification n. the act of purging of sin or guilt; moral or spiritual cleansing; "purification through repentance". wn
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