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christening

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Noun — The Christian ceremony of baptising and naming someone, usually a baby.

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Etymology

From Old English cristnung, related to christen.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “christening” mean?

The word “christening” means the Christian ceremony of baptising and naming someone, usually a baby. In plain terms, the baptism ceremony where a baby is given their name.

How do you pronounce “christening”?

“Christening” is pronounced KRIHS-uh-nihng (/ˈkɹɪs.ə.nɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “christening” in a sentence?

Here is “christening” used in a sentence: “The whole family gathered for the baby's christening.”

What part of speech is “christening”?

“Christening” is a noun.

Where does the word “christening” come from?

The word “christening” comes from Old English. From Old English cristnung, related to christen.

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