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Baptize vs Baptizer - What's the difference?

baptize | baptizer |

As a verb baptize

is to sprinkle or pour water over, or to immerse in water, as a spiritual cleansing process in the rite of Christian baptism.

As a noun baptizer is

one who baptizes.

baptize

English

Alternative forms

* baptise

Verb

(baptiz)
  • To sprinkle or pour water over, or to immerse in water, as a spiritual cleansing process in the rite of Christian baptism.
  • To dedicate or christen.
  • Of rum, brandy, or any other spirits, to dilute with water.
  • (slang) To ensure proper burning of a joint by moistening the exterior with saliva.
  • Synonyms

    * christen

    Derived terms

    * baptization

    baptizer

    English

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • One who baptizes.
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