chrismatory

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noun

chris·​ma·​to·​ry
ˈkrizməˌtōrē
plural -es
1
: a cruet or vessel or a place in which the chrism is kept
2
: sacramental anointment : unction

chrismatory

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adjective

"
: of or relating to sacramental unction

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English crismatorie, from Medieval Latin chrismatorium, from Late Latin chrismat-, chrisma chrism + Latin -orium -ory

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“Chrismatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chrismatory. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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