blessing blessing /ˈblɛsɪŋ/

noun

1. () The formal act of approving  ( approving , blessing , approval )
   the formal act of approving
    He gave the project his blessing
   he gave the project his blessing
    His decision merited the approval of any sensible person
   his decision merited the approval of any sensible person
   
2. The act of praying for divine protection  ( blessing , benediction )
   the act of praying for divine protection
   
3. A ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection  ( benediction , blessing )
   a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection
   
4. A short prayer of thanks before a meal  ( blessing , grace , thanksgiving )
   a short prayer of thanks before a meal
    Their youngest son said grace
   their youngest son said grace
   
   
5. A desirable state  ( blessing , boon )
   a desirable state
    Enjoy the blessings of peace
   enjoy the blessings of peace
    A spanking breeze is a boon to sailors
   a spanking breeze is a boon to sailors