adj, noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A vessel for holding chrism; a chrismatory.
2. 2
   A veil used in christening.

Adjective

1. 1
   Of or pertaining to chrism. not-comparable
2. 2
   of, pertaining to, or used during a confirmation or christening. not-comparable

   "chrismal oil"

Synonyms

All synonyms

adiposeaffusionaltar clothaspergationaspersionbaldacchino

Etymology

Latin chrismalis.

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