to speak to a god either privately or in a religious ceremony in order to express love, admiration, or thanks or in order to ask for something
When people go to church, they pray for their families and friends.
Every evening, she would quietly pray for the well-being of her family.
The congregation gathered to pray for peace and harmony in the world.
In times of difficulty, people often turn to prayer for comfort and guidance.
He took a moment to pray silently before embarking on the challenging journey.
