baptize
verb (used with object)
to immerse in water or sprinkle or pour water on in the Christian rite of baptism.
baptise
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a variation of
baptize.
Example Sentences
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They may not celebrate Mass, but they may preach, baptise and conduct wedding and funeral services and run a parish with the permission of a bishop.
From Reuters ● Jun. 20, 2023
Catholics believe that only Jesus Christ has the power to baptise - not the wider community or the Church.
From BBC ● Feb. 16, 2022
Pope Francis has repeatedly highlighted the plight of migrants during his papacy, and John said in his letter: "I want you to baptise me if it is possible."
From BBC ● Apr. 3, 2018
Good art should “touch people, baptise their souls and enable them to find beauty in nature, life and their minds,” he said.
From Forbes ● Nov. 24, 2014
Hither came St. Patrick to baptise Owen and his family; hither came St. Columba before his exile to Iona; hither captive Danes were dragged in triumph.
From The Charm of Ireland by Burton Egbert Stevenson
