chrismations
|chris-ma-tion-s|
/ˌkrɪz.məˈteɪ.ʃənz/
(chrismation)
anointing ritual
Etymology
'chrismation' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'khrisma' (χρίσμα), where 'khrisma' meant 'anointing'.
'chrismation' developed via Late Latin/Medieval Latin (e.g. 'chrismatio', 'chrismationem') from Greek 'khrisma' and eventually entered modern English as 'chrismation'.
Initially it meant 'anointing', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the ritual or sacrament of anointing (with chrism)'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural of 'chrismation': the sacramental act or rite of anointing with chrism (holy oil) in certain Christian traditions—especially the Eastern Orthodox and Eastern Catholic churches—often corresponding to confirmation.
Several chrismations were held at the cathedral during the feast.
Synonyms
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