anoints

Meanings

• Verb

  To pour or smear a liquid, especially oil or perfume, on someone or something as a sign of honor, blessing, or healing.

  - "The high priest anointed the new king with oil."
  - "After her surgery, the nurse anointed her wound with antiseptic."

• Verb

  To make or become sacred or holy.

  - "The temple was anointed for the sacred ceremony."
  - "The new pope was anointed as the spiritual leader of the Catholic Church."

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Synonyms

salve

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with anoints
anoints , constraints , paints , reins , strains

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Variants

List of all variants of anoints that leads to same result
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 'anoint'.

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Trivia

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1. Anointing was an important part of ancient Egyptian burial rituals.

2. The last supper is described in the Bible as Jesus anointing the feet of his disciples with oil.

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Related Concepts

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1. Amulet: An object believed to confer protection upon its bearer.

2. Unction: The act of anointing or the substance used for anointing.

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Culture

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Anointing has been practiced since ancient times in various cultures and religions as a way to mark important events or transitions, such as coronations, ordinations, and burials. In Christianity, anointing with oil is a sacrament that signifies healing and strengthening.

How to Memorize "anoints"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of pouring or smearing a liquid on someone or something. Imagine the oil or perfume being carefully applied with a cloth or brush.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'anoint' with the idea of blessing or honor.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Anoint with oil, make it holy' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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