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Divine Office

The office of the breviary.

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divine office

(Roman Catholic Church) (sometimes capitals) the canonical prayers (in the Roman Catholic Church those of the breviary) recited daily by priests, those in religious orders, etc

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Divine′ Of′fice

the psalms, readings, and prayers used at the canonical hours.

[1350–1400]

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