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Definition of “mater dolorosa”

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mater dolorosa (ˈmɑːtə ˌdɒləˈrəʊsə )

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noun

the Virgin Mary sorrowing for the dead Christ, esp as depicted in art

Word Origin

Latin: sorrowful mother

Example Sentences Including 'mater dolorosa'

Ruth Archer, the mater dolorosa of Brookfield Farm, got the rosette for Supreme Champion Sigher.

Times, Sunday Times (2004)

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