Baptismal

/bæpˈtɪzməl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or used in the sacrament of baptism, such as baptismal water, baptismal fonts, or baptismal vows.

Etymology

From baptism (from Greek 'baptizein') combined with the suffix '-al' to form an adjective; late Latin 'baptismalis.'

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Baptismal water is traditionally blessed and sometimes stored in special fonts that are themselves architectural artworks worth millions of dollars in famous churches.

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