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baptize

/ˈbæptaɪz/

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verb

洗礼，施洗，浸礼。

To perform the sacrament of baptism by sprinkling or pouring water over someone or immersing them in water.

Examples :

"The church will baptize new members next Sunday. "

教会下周日将为新成员施洗。

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verb

洗礼，施洗，付洗。

To dedicate or christen.

Examples :

"The new student was baptized into the school's honor society. "

这位新生被授予荣誉学会成员资格。

religion ritual theology

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verb

掺水, 兑水

Of rum, brandy, or any other spirits, to dilute with water.

Examples :

"Before the party, my dad baptized the rum with a little bit of water to make it less strong. "

派对开始前，我爸爸往朗姆酒里掺了点水，让它没那么烈。

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verb

点炮，润一下。

To ensure proper burning of a joint by moistening the exterior with saliva.

Examples :

"Before smoking the joint, he baptized it to make sure it burned evenly. "

抽烟卷之前，他先点炮润了一下，这样能保证烧得更均匀。