noun
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a part of a Christian church in which baptisms are carried out
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a tank in a Baptist church in which baptisms are carried out
Etymology
Origin of baptistry
First recorded in 1425–75; from Late Latin baptistērium, from Greek baptistḗrion “bathing place”, replacing late Middle English baptizatory, from Medieval Latin baptizātōrium; Baptist, -ry
Example Sentences
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In the heart of the temple, is a full-immersion baptistry, where members will be able to baptize their dead ancestors by proxy in a ceremony.
From Fox News
“Surely you’re not suggesting using the baptistry,” said Mrs. Larkin, a staunch Baptist and lifelong member of the First Baptist Church.
From Literature
In the early 1900s, the church baptized members in the Lackawanna River - a tradition Widenor is happy ended after the congregation built its existing sanctuary, which includes a baptistry tub.
From Washington Times
“That’s the baptistry there,” he said, pointing to the heated pool where the pastor, wearing waders under his robe, would immerse new believers, including, one Sunday, Larry himself.
From Washington Post
Prior to the shop’s 80-year tenure, it was the Cathedral’s baptistry.
From Washington Times
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