litany

//ˈlɪtəni//
C1Frequency Level 12Formal
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Noun

litanySingular
litaniesPlural
1

A series of petitions for use in church services or processions, usually recited by the clergy and responded to by the congregation.

The priest led the congregation in a litany during the evening service.

2

A tedious recital or repetitive series of complaints, grievances, or problems.

The meeting turned into a litany of complaints about the new policy.

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