Deprecation
Pronunciation : Dep`re*ca"tion
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [L. deprecatio; cf. F. d?pr?cation.]
Definition : 1. The act of deprecating; a praying against evil; prayer that an evil may be removed or prevented; strong expression of disapprobation. Humble deprecation. Milton.
2. Entreaty for pardon; petitioning.
3. An imprecation or curse. [Obs.] Gilpin.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913