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blessing definition

bless·ing (bles′iŋ)

noun

  1. the act or prayer of one who blesses; invocation or benediction
  2. a grace said before or after eating
  3. the gift of divine favor
  4. good wishes or approval
  5. anything that gives happiness or prevents misfortune; special benefit or favor

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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