christening
noun
chris·ten·ing
kri-sə-niŋ 
ˈkris-niŋˈ
: the ceremony of baptizing and naming a child
Examples of christening in a Sentence
The whole family was invited to the christening.
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One of the estate's features includes St Mary Magdalene Church, a medieval church used by the royal family for various special occasions, including Princess Charlotte's christening.
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
Archie’s christening, included both of Diana’s sisters.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
In contrast, Prince William and Kate Middleton publicly announced the christenings for all three of their children and had media present for the events.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 15 Oct. 2025
Teaming with Saillard for a multiday session, Swinton is to interact with red-carpet dresses, family heirlooms and items from her personal wardrobe, including her christening gown.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
Archie’s christening, included both of Diana’s sisters.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
In contrast, Prince William and Kate Middleton publicly announced the christenings for all three of their children and had media present for the events.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 15 Oct. 2025
Teaming with Saillard for a multiday session, Swinton is to interact with red-carpet dresses, family heirlooms and items from her personal wardrobe, including her christening gown.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for christening
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“Christening.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/christening. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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