anointing

/əˈnɔɪntɪŋ/
/əˈnɔɪntɪŋ/
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Definitions of anointing
  1. noun
    the act of applying oil or an oily liquid
    synonyms: anointment
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    types:
    inunction, unction
    anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual
    type of:
    application, coating, covering
    the work of applying something
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