n. [ F. invocation, L. invocatio. ] [ 1913 Webster ] 1. The act or form of calling for the assistance or presence of some superior being; earnest and solemn entreaty; esp., prayer offered to a divine being. [ 1913 Webster ] Sweet invocation of a child; most pretty and pathetical! Shak. [ 1913 Webster ] The whole poem is a prayer to Fortune, and the invocation is divided between the two deities. Addison. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. (Law) A call or summons; especially, a judicial call, demand, or order; as, the invocation of papers or evidence into court. [ 1913 Webster ] |