christening
the ceremony of baptism, especially as accompanied by the giving of a name to a child.
a public ceremony in which a new ship is formally named and launched.
an act or instance of naming or dedicating something new.
Origin of christening
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How to use christening in a sentence
It is the first official picture of Prince George to be released since his christening last October.
Prince George has arrived for his christening wearing a replica of the traditional royal baptism gown designed in 1841.
First Photograph of Prince George at Christening as Godparents Finally Named | Tom Sykes | October 23, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTAt the christening of Prince George, The Duchess of Cambridge looked radiant in an ivory-colored Alexander McQueen ruffled suit.
Kate Middleton Wears Alexander McQueen to Prince George’s Christening | Isabel Wilkinson | October 23, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTWilliam and Kate have asked Jason Bell to be the official photographer at the christening of their son, Prince George.
Official Christening Photographer Will Be Jason Bell | Tom Sykes | October 22, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTThe christening of their firstborn Wednesday is a chance for William and Kate to honor and reward their most loyal buddies.
Prince George’s Christening Will Reveal Kate and Will’s Closest, Most Loyal Pals | Tom Sykes | October 22, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST
The first incident in the babyhood of the Princess Alice which attracts attention is the record of her christening.
The Childhood of Distinguished Women | Selina A. BowerLady Hartledon was not to be thwarted on all points, and she insisted on a ceremonious christening.
Elster's Folly | Mrs. Henry WoodShe was still absorbed with the twins, who, Mandy Ann told her, had worn her white frock at their christening.
The Cromptons | Mary J. HolmesPall, who went this day to a child's christening of Kate Joyce's, staid out all night at my father's, she not being well.
Diary of Samuel Pepys, Complete | Samuel PepysSo they had as grand a christening as people in their circumstances could afford.
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British Dictionary definitions for christening
/ (ˈkrɪsənɪŋ) /
the Christian sacrament of baptism or the ceremony in which this is conferred
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