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christening

/ˈkrɪsənɪŋ/
/ˈkrɪsənɪŋ/
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Other forms: christenings

Definitions of christening
  1. noun
    giving a Christian name at baptism
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    type of:
    baptism
    a Christian sacrament signifying spiritual cleansing and rebirth
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