Christ
|Christ|
/kraɪst/
anointed one (Messiah)
Etymology
'Christ' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'Christós', where 'Christós' meant 'anointed'.
'Christ' changed from Latin word 'Christus' and Old English 'Crist' and eventually became the modern English word 'Christ'.
Initially, it meant 'anointed one', but over time it evolved to refer specifically to Jesus of Nazareth and to serve as a title for the Messiah.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the title given to Jesus of Nazareth in Christianity; the Messiah and Son of God.
Christ is central to Christian belief.
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Noun 2
used figuratively to describe a person regarded as a savior or liberator of a movement or group.
Some leaders were treated as Christs by their supporters.
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Interjection 1
an exclamation expressing surprise, anger, frustration, or emphasis (often considered blasphemous by some).
Christ! That was close.
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