aspersion
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noun
as·per·sion
\ə-ˈspər-zhən, -shən\
Definition of aspersion
1 : a sprinkling with water especially in religious ceremonies
2 a : a false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation <cast aspersions on her integrity> b : the act of making such a charge : defamation
Circa 1587
First Known Use of aspersion
circa 1587
Other Christian Religious Terms
Rhymes with aspersion
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