christening
/ˈkrɪsənɪŋ/
noun
- A Christian ceremony in which a person is baptized and given a name; a baptism.
- The priest performed the christening with water from the baptismal font.
- The christening was held at the local church with family and friends.
- We bought a silver spoon as a gift for the baby's christening.
- A ceremony to name a ship, building, or other object, often involving breaking a bottle of champagne against it.
- The ship's christening included a speech by the mayor.
- The christening of the new library was a big community event.
- They invited the public to the christening of the new fire truck.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to or used for a christening ceremony.
- They bought a christening candle with the baby's name on it.
- The christening cake was decorated with tiny crosses.
- She wore a beautiful white christening gown.