Little-office
noun
1.
(sometimes initial capital letters) Roman Catholic Church. an office similar to but shorter than the divine office, in honor of a saint, a mystery, or, especially, the Virgin Mary.
noun
1.
(RC Church) a series of psalms and prayers similar to the divine office but shorter
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