baptismal
- a word derived from baptism.
Example Sentences
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One of the first acts of a new pope is to choose a new name, changing their baptismal one.
From BBC ● May 9, 2025
After she was baptized, two of her friends decided to get into the baptismal pool too, a moment that makes White smile.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 16, 2024
Some Christian faith groups hold an Easter vigil between sunset Saturday and sunrise Sunday, which can include a renewal of believers’ baptismal vows.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 29, 2024
His baptism there as a member occurred because at the time it was the only church facility in town with a baptismal font.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 11, 2023
Smiling, overjoyed to be center stage for once, Father Mike cut a lock of my hair and tossed it into the baptismal pool.
From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides
