opus operatum

English

Etymology

From Latin opus operatum, see below.

Noun

opus operatum (uncountable)

1. (religion) The spiritual effect in the performance of a religious rite which accrues from the virtue inherent in it, or by grace imparted to it, irrespective of the performer.

Related terms

• ex opere operato
• opus operantis

Latin

Noun

opus operatum

1. opus operatum; The work wrought.