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Solemn act or process of applying sacred oil as a religious blessing, consecration, or healing
“During the anointing, the priest carefully administered the sacred oil to the individual's forehead, symbolizing the religious blessing and consecration of their soul.”
The act of investing a prince with the insignia of royalty, on his succeeding to the sovereignty
Present participle for to smear or rub over with oil or an unctuous substance
“God told the prophet Samuel to go to Jesse's home to anoint the next king of Israel.”
Present participle for to inaugurate into an office or an organization, especially ceremonially
Present participle for to sanctify or make holy
Present participle for to apply or provide with a layer or covering of something
Present participle for to lubricate, coat, or impregnate with oil
Present participle for to preserve a deceased body through anointing and mummification
Present participle for to apply perfume or a fragrant smell to
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