1. novendial - Noun
2. novendial - Adjective
novendial (not comparable)
(of a religious ceremony) Lasting nine days, especially in relation to the period of mourning for a Pope.
(rare) A religious ceremony that lasts nine days, especially the period of mourning for a Pope.
(historical) A funeral ceremony held by the Ancient Romans nine days after the burial.
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