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Complete Definition of "contrition"

English
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Pronunciation
IPA|/k�n�tɹɪ��n/, SAMPA|/k@n"trIS@n/

Noun
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#The state of being contrite; sincere penitence or remorse; deep sorrow and repentance for sin either because sin is displeasing to God or arising from love of God; humble penitence through repentance.
#The act of grinding or rubbing to powder; attrition; friction; rubbing.

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