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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

baptise

/bæptˈaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does baptise mean?

verb

To perform the Christian sacrament of baptism on someone, or to immerse someone in water as a symbol of spiritual purification. To give a name to someone, especially in a formal or ritualistic way.

Example

"The priest baptised the newborn baby in the church."

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