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christen
[kris-uhn]
verb (used with object)
to receive into the Christian church by baptism; baptize.
to give a name to at baptism.
They christened her Mary.
to name and dedicate.
to christen a ship.
to make use of for the first time.
christen
/ ˈɪə /
verb
to give a Christian name to in baptism as a sign of incorporation into a Christian Church
another word for baptize
to give a name to (anything), esp with some ceremony
informalto use for the first time
Other Word Forms
- christener noun
- rechristen verb (used with object)
- unchristened adjective
- ˈٱԱ noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of christen1
Example Sentences
Thus, in this year's final series, the Edmonton Oilers have been christened, by elimination, Canada's team.
The station christened him Sly Sloan, but he hated the name, so he introduced himself to listeners as Sly Stone — a taste of stubbornness to come.
This week, US media reported plans by the navy to rename a ship that had been christened to honour Harvey Milk.
The Principality has rarely been the place for England to experiment or christen new talent.
"Anthony Pierce was a man entrusted to preside over christenings, funerals, weddings and prayers," she added.
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