American English pronunciation
How to pronounce agape
IPA transcription: [ə'ɡeɪp]
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Noun
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(Christian theology) the love of God or Christ for mankind
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selfless love of one person for another without sexual implications (especially love that is spiritual in nature)
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a religious meal shared as a sign of love and fellowship
Adjective
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with the mouth wide open as in wonder or awe
“the gaping audience”
“we stood there agape with wonder”
“with mouth agape”