Associations to the word «Lenten»

Wiktionary

LENTEN, adjective. Pertaining to Lent; taking place during Lent.
LENTEN, adjective. Appropriate to Lent; meagre, sombre.
LENTEN MOON, noun. (astronomy) The last full moon of winter by a tropical year.

Dictionary definition

LENTEN, adjective. Of or relating to or suitable for Lent; "lenten food".

Wise words

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