aspersoriums
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/ˌæs.pərˈsɔr.iəm/
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/ˌæs.pəˈsɔːr.iəm/
(aspersorium)
vessel for sprinkling (holy water)
Etymology
'aspersorium' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'aspersorium', where Latin 'aspergere' (from the elements ad- 'to/toward' + spargere 'to scatter, sprinkle') meant 'to sprinkle'.
'aspersorium' came into English from ecclesiastical/Medieval Latin usage (Medieval Latin 'aspersorium') and entered modern English in church and liturgical vocabulary largely unchanged in form.
Initially it meant 'an instrument or vessel for sprinkling', and over time it has retained that specific liturgical meaning in English.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'aspersorium': vessels or instruments used for holding or sprinkling holy water in liturgical ceremonies (can refer to the container holding the water or the implement used to sprinkle it).
In the sacristy, several aspersoriums were arranged beside the altar before the procession.
Synonyms
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