noun
- plural of sabbat: gatherings or festivals in certain pagan or Wiccan traditions, typically marking seasonal changes
Usage: religious/spiritual context; modern paganism
Examples
- The coven celebrated eight sabbats throughout the year.
- Many Wiccans observe sabbats that correspond to the changing seasons.
- The autumn sabbats include Mabon and Samhain.
- She learned about the traditional sabbats from her mentor.
- The sabbats mark important points in the wheel of the year.
- Local pagans gathered to celebrate the summer sabbats together.