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  • 1. anointing
  • Anointing in a sentence
Table of Contents
  • 1. anointing
  • Anointing in a sentence
Synonyms
Antonyms

1. anointing

noun. the act of applying oil or an oily liquid.

Synonyms

  • anointment
  • inunction
  • unction
  • coating
  • covering

Antonyms

  • artifact

Sentences with anointing


1. Noun, singular or mass
Near the end of their lives, or during a serious illness, they will receive anointing of the sick to prepare them for death.

2. Verb, gerund or present participle
The sacrament of anointing the sick unites the ill and dying with Christ by anointing with the "oil of the sick."

3. Adjective
Since then, olive oil is found in many religions and used in religious ceremonies as an anointing oil.

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