Dep`re*ca"tion (?), n. [L. deprecatio; cf. F. d'epr'ecation.]
1.
The act of deprecating; a praying against evil; prayer that an evil may be removed or prevented; strong expression of disapprobation.
Humble deprecation.
Milton.
2.
Entreaty for pardon; petitioning.
3.
An imprecation or curse.
[Obs.]
Gilpin.
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