The meaning of BLESSING is the act or words of one that blesses. How to use blessing in a sentence.

A priest or bishop usually blesses with his hand, but may use a blessing cross, candles, an icon, the Chalice or Gospel Book to bestow blessings, always making the Sign of the Cross …

The mass always ends with a blessing. We ask God's blessing on Joan at this difficult time.

The act of one that blesses. 2. A short prayer said before or after a meal; grace. 3. Something promoting or contributing to happiness, well-being, or prosperity; a boon. 4. Approbation; …

If something is done with someone's blessing, it is done with their approval and support.

BLESSING definition: the act or words of a person who blesses. See examples of blessing used in a sentence.

Nov 14, 2025 · blessing (plural blessings) Some kind of divine or supernatural aid, or reward. quotations

There are 14 meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun blessing, five of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

BLESSING meaning: 1 : approval that allows or helps you to do something; 2 : help and approval from God

Definition of blessing noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.