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1. (n.) chrism
a consecrated oil used by certain churches in various rites, as in baptism.
2. chrism
a sacramental anointing.
Etymology: (bef. 900; learned respelling of ME crisme, OE crisma < L chrīsma < Gk chrîsma unguent, unction)
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1. (noun) chrism, chrisom, sacramental oil, holy oil
a consecrated ointment consisting of a mixture of oil and balsam
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1. (noun) Chrism
olive oil mixed with balm and spices, consecrated by the bishop on Maundy Thursday, and used in the administration of baptism, confirmation, ordination, etc
2. (noun) Chrism
the same as Chrisom
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