The Clue
"A ___ in disguise" (8 letter answer)
The Answer
BLESSING
Tags
Notes
The answer BLESSING is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
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Countable asset
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Definition
BLESSING as a noun:
1. (blessing, approval, approving) = the formal act of approving; "he gave the project his blessing"; "his decision merited the approval of any sensible person"
2. (blessing, boon) = a desirable state; "enjoy the blessings of peace"; "a spanking breeze is a boon to sailors"
3. (grace, blessing, thanksgiving) = a short prayer of thanks before a meal
4. (benediction, blessing) = a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection
5. (blessing, benediction) = the act of praying for divine protection
BLESS as a verb:
1. give a benediction to; "The dying man blessed his son"
2. confer prosperity or happiness on
3. (bless, sign) = make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate
4. (consecrate, bless, hallow, sanctify) = render holy by means of religious rites