Mortification
n.- The act of mortifying, or the condition of being mortified
- Deep humiliation or shame, from a loss of pride; painful embarassment, usually arising from exposure of a mistake; chagrin; vexation.
- That which mortifies; the cause of humiliation, chagrin, or vexation.
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(Scots Law) A gift to some charitable or religious institution; -- nearly synonymous with
mortmain . - Subjection of the passions and appetites, by penance, abstinence, or painful severities inflicted on the body.

