Dictionary entries for 'visitation'

Synonyms

vis·i·ta·tion (vĭźĭ-tā́shən)

noun

The act or an instance of visiting or an instance of being visited: rules governing visitation at a prison.
An official visit for the purpose of inspection or examination, as of a bishop to a diocese.
The right of a parent to visit a child as specified in a divorce or separation order.
1. A visit of punishment or affliction or of comfort and blessing regarded as being ordained by God.
2. A calamitous event or experience; a grave misfortune.
The appearance or arrival of a supernatural being.
Roman Catholic Church
1. The visit of the Virgin Mary to her cousin Elizabeth.
2. May 31, observed in commemoration of this event.