Also means
series, string (of events)
Usage Note
Rosario refers primarily to the Catholic prayer beads and the devotional practice of reciting them. Figuratively, un rosario de desgracias (a string of misfortunes) is very common — the 'series of repetitions' meaning extends naturally from the repetitive nature of the prayer. It is also used as a given name.
Examples
"Mi abuela rezaba el rosario cada tarde."
Natural Translation
My grandmother prayed the rosary every afternoon.

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