Meaning & use
Anointing
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Applying oil to a person's head or body, typically as part of a religious or ceremonial rite.
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The priest performed the anointing of the sick with consecrated oil.
Ancient kings were legitimized through the anointing of their heads with sacred oil.
A note on using this word
Anointing ceremonies appear across many religious traditions, from the coronation of monarchs to sacraments in Christianity and Judaism.
Words with a similar meaning
consecratingblessing
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2. verb
Formally choosing or designating someone for a special role or position.
The outgoing CEO was seen as anointing his successor at the annual meeting.
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