(in the plural, "the missions")third worldcharities, particularly those which preach as well as provide aid.
(countable) (Catholic tradition) an infrequent gathering of religious believers in a parish, usually part of a larger regional event with a central theme.
A number of people appointed to perform any service; a delegation; an embassy.
“Traditionally, powerful leading men might marry polygynously, although after missionization, monogamy became the norm.”
“They were encountered by the Spanish in the mid-16th century and became the first group of Plains Indians subject to missionization.”
“The rise of the Meccan system also coincided with the spread of the confessional religions, through immigration, missionization, conversion, and foreign interference.”
“But that there tenderfoot started off sidesaddle, like a missioner.”
“The Bradford Diocesan missioner responsible for outreach said he was impressed.”
“A missioner tries to give hope to the homeless and poor, seeking change in the world system in order to promote justice and peace in a world of pain.”