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mortification

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Definitions
noun

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

noun

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

noun

strong feelings of embarrassment

noun

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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