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VIATICUM
Etymology
Noun
viaticum (plural viaticums or viatica)
The Eucharist, when given to a person who is dying or one in danger of death.
(often, figurative) Provisions, money, or other supplies given to someone setting off on a long journey.
A portable altar.
Source: Wiktionary
Vi*at"i*cum, n. Etym: [L., from viaticus, a. See Viatic.]
1. (Rom. Antiq.)
Definition: An allowance for traveling expenses made to those who were sent into the provinces to exercise any office or perform any service.
2. Provisions for a journey. Davies (Wit's Pilgr.).
3. (R. C. Ch.)
Definition: The communion, or eucharist, when given to persons in danger of death.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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