1828 Definition of PRAYER

American Dictionary of the English Language
Noah Webster 1828
(The first Webster's Dictionary)
(The first American dictionary)

One of the definitions of PRAYER:
2. In worship, a solemn address to the Supreme Being, consisting of adoration, or an expression of our sense of God' glorious perfections,  confession of our sins, supplication for mercy and forgiveness, intercession for blessings on others, and thanksgiving, or an expression of gratitude to God for his mercies and benefits.  A prayer however may consist of a single petition, and it may be extemporaneous, written or printed.