verb🔗ShareTo perform the sacrament of baptism by sprinkling or pouring water over someone or immersing them in water."The priest baptizes babies in the church every Sunday morning. "religionritualtheologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo dedicate or christen."The coach often baptizes new workout routines with a silly name to make them less intimidating. "religionritualChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareOf rum, brandy, or any other spirits, to dilute with water."He always baptizes his strong coffee with a splash of hot water because he finds it too bitter otherwise. "drinkChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo ensure proper burning of a joint by moistening the exterior with saliva."Before lighting his joint, he baptizes it with a little spit. "cultureritualactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading