Lent is a season of fasting and spiritual reflection observed by many Christians, especially in the Catholic and Anglican traditions. It begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday, leading up to Easter Sunday.
Here's a breakdown of the word's meaning:
* Lent: The period of fasting and penitence before Easter.
* Lenten: An adjective referring to something related to Lent. For example, "Lenten practices" or "Lenten meals."
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