How to Pronounce "exorcise"
word
ˈɛk.sɔɹ.saɪz
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ˈɛksəsˌaɪz
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Definition
To force an evil spirit to leave a person or place using special prayers or rituals. It can also mean to remove something harmful or unwanted from a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛk.sɔɹ.saɪz
British English
ˈɛksəsˌaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
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UK
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Listen in Context
The priest will exorcise the haunted house.
She believes a ritual can exorcise evil spirits.
They called someone to exorcise the ghost.
He tried to exorcise his fears by talking about them.