Mortification

Definition of Mortification

Mor`ti`fi`ca´tion
n.1.(Med.) The act of mortifying, or the condition of being mortified
The mortification of our lusts has something in it that is troublesome, yet nothing that is unreasonable.
- Tillotson.
2.Deep humiliation or shame, from a loss of pride; painful embarassment, usually arising from exposure of a mistake; chagrin; vexation.
3.That which mortifies; the cause of humiliation, chagrin, or vexation.
It is one of the vexatious mortifications of a studious man to have his thoughts discovered by a tedious visit.
- L'Estrange.
4.(Scots Law) A gift to some charitable or religious institution; - nearly synonymous with mortmain.

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