Meaning
A recitation of prayers and devotions for nine consecutive days, especially one to a saint to ask for their intercession.
Etymology
Origin: Latin
From Ecclesiastical Latin novēna, from Latin novēnus (“nine [each]”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2023, 2025.