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Anointment

Definition:

Anointment refers to the act of applying or administering an oily or liquid substance, such as a sacred or medicinal oil, to someone or something for religious, ceremonial, or therapeutic purposes.

Senses:

1. Noun: The act of anointing.
2. Noun: The substance used for anointing.

Sample sentences:

1. The anointment of the newborn baby's forehead with holy oil symbolized their initiation into the faith.
2. The priest performed the anointment of the sacred relics during the ceremony.
3. She carefully poured the anointment onto her palm and massaged it into her dry skin.
4. The anointment of the champion's body with fragrant oils before the competition was believed to bring good luck.

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