Synonyms for viaticum


Grammar : Noun
Spell : vahy-at-i-kuh m, vee-
Phonetic Transcription : vaɪˈæt ɪ kəm, vi-

Top 10 synonyms for viaticum Other synonyms for the word viaticum

Définition of viaticum

Origin :
  • 1560s, from Latin viaticum "travelling money; provision for a journey," from via "way" (see via).
  • As in extreme unction : noun anointing of the sick
  • As in last rites : noun rites performed for death
Example sentences :
  • For it was just about this time that the Viaticum must have been administered to his father.
  • Extract from : « Holbein » by Beatrice Fortescue
  • If they refused the viaticum they were treated as "damned persons."
  • Extract from : « The Huguenots in France » by Samuel Smiles.
  • Having inquired into my resources, he said, “You must take the viaticum.”
  • Extract from : « A Tramp's Wallet » by William Duthie
  • The priest said this was impossible as he was not provided with the wherewithal for giving the viaticum.
  • Extract from : « Human Animals » by Frank Hamel
  • It is Wallenstein's chance now, and for me nothing but the priest's viaticum.
  • Extract from : « The Mercenary » by W. J. Eccott
  • It is my fathers last gift to me and is all my viaticum as well!
  • Extract from : « The Mercy of Allah » by Hilaire Belloc
  • The service of viaticum was organized differently by different Bourses.
  • Extract from : « Syndicalism in France » by Louis Levine
  • The Bourse of Alger spent from 600 to 700 francs a year on the service of viaticum.
  • Extract from : « Syndicalism in France » by Louis Levine
  • On the other hand, the Bourses had difficulties with the service of viaticum.
  • Extract from : « Syndicalism in France » by Louis Levine
  • At his request, and in consideration of his fervour, I'll give him the viaticum.
  • Extract from : « The Queen Pedauque » by Anatole France
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