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   Oblation (?), n. [L. oblatio: cf. F. oblation. See Oblate.]
   
   1. The act of offering, or of making an offering.  Locke.
   
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   2. Anything offered or presented in worship or sacred service; an offering; a sacrifice.
   
   [1913 Webster] A peculiar . . . oblation given to God. Jer. Taylor.
   
   [1913 Webster] A pin was the usual oblation. Sir. W. Scott.
   
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   3. A gift or contribution made to a church, as for the expenses of the eucharist, or for the support of the clergy and the poor.
   
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