anoint in French
anoint in French is oindre, enduire, étaler — anoint means to put oil on someone or something, often as part of a religious ceremony.
anoint in French
oindre
(transitive) To smear or rub over with oil or an unctuous substance; also, to spread over, as oil.
enduire
(transitive) To smear or rub over with oil or an unctuous substance; also, to spread over, as oil.
étaler
(transitive) To smear or rub over with oil or an unctuous substance; also, to spread over, as oil.
étendre
(transitive) To smear or rub over with oil or an unctuous substance; also, to spread over, as oil.
oindre
(transitive) To apply oil to or to pour oil upon, etc., as a sacred rite, especially for consecration.
What does "anoint" mean?
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verb To put oil on someone or something, often as part of a religious ceremony.
"The priest anointed the newborn with holy oil."
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verb To formally choose or name someone for an important role, especially a successor.
"The retiring CEO anointed his deputy as the next leader."
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anoint in a sentence
- The priest anointed the newborn with holy oil.
- Kings were traditionally anointed with oil during their coronation.
- The retiring CEO anointed his deputy as the next leader.
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What is "anoint" in French?
"anoint" in French is oindre, enduire, étaler. anoint means: To put oil on someone or something, often as part of a religious ceremony.
How do you use "anoint" in a sentence?
Example: "The priest anointed the newborn with holy oil." In French, "anoint" is oindre, enduire, étaler.
Are there other ways to say "anoint" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "anoint": oindre, enduire, étaler, étendre.
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