Explanation and meaning of mortification.

mortification

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an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect
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humiliation

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the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
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gangrene necrosis sphacelus

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death
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strong feelings of embarrassment
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chagrin humiliation

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embarrassment
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(Christianity) the act of mortifying the lusts of the flesh by self-denial and privation (especially by bodily pain or discomfort inflicted on yourself)
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self-denial self-discipline self-control

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