invocation (n.)

  1. a prayer asking Gods help as part of a religious service

    [ Syn: supplication ]

  2. an incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil

  3. calling up a spirit or devil

    [ Syn: conjuring , conjuration , conjury ]

  4. the act of appealing for help

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