# baptismal font

**Pronunciation:** /bæpˈtɪz.məl fɒnt/ · bap-TIZ-mul FONT

**Part of speech:** noun

## Meaning

A large, often pedestal-mounted basin used in Christian churches to hold water for the sacrament of baptism.

## Examples

- The ancient baptismal font was carved from a single piece of marble.
- The infant was held over the baptismal font during the service.
- Many historic churches feature a baptismal font located near the main entrance.

## Synonyms

- basin — A general term for any open, shallow container.
- stoup — Specifically a small basin for holy water at a church entrance.

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