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Purgatorial Definition & Meaning

purgatorial
adjective
  1. serving to purge or rid of sin; "purgatorial rites"
  2. of or resembling purgatory; "purgatorial fires"

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Frequently asked questions

What does purgatorial mean?
serving to purge or rid of sin; "purgatorial rites" of or resembling purgatory; "purgatorial fires"
What part of speech is purgatorial?
Purgatorial is an adjective.
How many definitions does purgatorial have?
Purgatorial has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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