anoint

Meanings

• Verb

  To pour or smear a liquid, especially oil, over someone or something as a ritual act or a mark of honour, respect, or authority.

  - "The king was anointed with holy oil during his coronation."
  - "The priest anointed the sick person with oil as a sign of healing."
  - "The coach anointed the star player before the big game."

• Verb

  To make (something) sacred or holy by the use of oil or other substances.

  - "The temple was anointed with fragrant oils."
  - "The priestess anointed the altar before the ceremony."
  - "The athlete anointed himself with chalk before the race."

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Pronunciation

1. /əˈnɔɪnt/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=89012472"

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Synonyms

salve

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with anoint
oint , pint , mint , tint

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Variants

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anoint , anointed , anointer , anointers , anointing , anointment , anointments , anoints

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Etymology

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From Old French enointer, from en- 'in' + oindre 'to anoint'.

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Trivia

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1. Anointing was a common practice in ancient Rome as a way to honor their gods.

2. Anointing with olive oil was a popular practice in ancient Greece for both religious and cosmetic purposes.

3. In some African cultures, anointing with oil is used as a way to ward off evil spirits.

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Related Concepts

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1. Amulet: An amulet is an object believed to confer protection upon its bearer. Anointing an amulet with oil is a common practice to enhance its protective powers.

2. Unction: Unction refers to the act of anointing with oil or other substances. It can also refer to the oil itself.

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Culture

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Anointing has been a significant practice in various cultures and religions throughout history. In Christianity, anointing with oil is used in the sacrament of confirmation and for healing. In Judaism, anointing with oil is a part of the rituals for the tabernacle and the temple. In ancient Egypt, anointing was used for religious and cosmetic purposes. Anointing is also mentioned in the Bible and in various literary works.

How to Memorize "anoint"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of pouring or smearing oil over someone or something.
   - Visualize the religious or symbolic significance of anointing.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'anoint' with the act of pouring or smearing oil.
   - Associate the word 'anoint' with religious or symbolic significance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym A-N-OINT to remember the meaning: Anoint = 'An'oint 'N'ews 'O'ld 'I'ngredient 'T'o 'T'reat.

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