Chrismatize

/ˈkrɪzməˌtaɪz/ verb

Definition

To anoint with chrism; to administer the sacrament of chrismation or confirmation.

Etymology

From 'chrism' plus the verb-forming suffix '-ize'. This term developed in ecclesiastical English as a technical verb for clergy to describe performing the chrismation ceremony.

Kelly Says

Chrismatize is the kind of word that shows how religions create their own specialized vocabulary—it's perfectly precise but almost entirely confined to theological discussions and old prayer books.

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