maundy

/ˈmɔndi/
adjective
  1. Relating to the Christian ceremony of washing the feet of the poor on the Thursday before Easter (Maundy Thursday).
    • The Maundy tradition commemorates Jesus washing his disciples' feet.
    • She attended the Maundy ceremony at the cathedral.
    • Many churches hold a special Maundy service on the Thursday before Easter.
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