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To perform the sacrament of baptism by sprinkling with, or immersing in, water
“The different Christian sects baptize children according to their own religious traditions.”
To induct or admit (someone) into a specified Church, especially by baptism
“We baptize him into the fellowship of consecrated humanity, into the Church of the living God.”
To give a name or nickname to
“Squire Martin, one of the most prominent citizens in his district, was converted, and wanted me to baptize him as John.”
To plunge into, under, or within anything, especially a fluid
To invoke divine favor upon using religious words or rituals
To scatter or drop small drops or particles of a liquid over an object or surface
To change another's belief, especially regarding religion
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