anoint

verb

Meaning

Apply oil, ointment, or water to someone as part of a religious ceremony or ritual.

Examples

The bishop will anoint the new leader during the coronation ceremony.
In ancient times, healers would anoint wounds with special herbs and oils.

Synonyms: smear, bless, consecrate, hallow

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anoint

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈnɔɪnt/

Definition

Apply oil, ointment, or water to someone as part of a religious ceremony or ritual.

Examples

The bishop will anoint the new leader during the coronation ceremony.
In ancient times, healers would anoint wounds with special herbs and oils.

How to Use anoint

anoint with (prepositional phrase): To apply a specific substance to someone. — "They chose to anoint the statue with sacred oils."
anoint as (collocation): To designate someone for a specific role or status. — "The media was quick to anoint her as the frontrunner for the election."

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