ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Orbation

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɔː(ɹ)ˈbeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Orbation is a noun meaning (obsolete) The state of being orbate, or deprived of parents or children; privation, in general; bereavement.

Meaning

(obsolete) The state of being orbate, or deprived of parents or children; privation, in general; bereavement.

Example Sentences

How much more easy had the want of a son been, than the miscarriage! barrenness, than orbation?

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include orbity, orbitude, orphanage, orphant, orbe, bereaval.

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