Meaning of mortify

Definition of mortify

(verb) practice self-denial of one's body and appetites
hold within limits and control; "subdue one's appetites"; "mortify the flesh"
cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of; "He humiliated his colleague by criticising him in front of the boss"
undergo necrosis; "the tissue around the wound necrosed"

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