Definition of Anoint
Anoint
an·oint
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To consecrate or make sacred by applying oil or other substance.
e.g. The priest will anoint the newborn baby with holy water.
(verb)
to choose, nominate, or designate someone for some position, especially to confer a holy/divine office on someone by applying oil to them;
e.g. They ruled to anoint her as the new head of the organization.
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