chrismation

/ ˌkrɪzˈmeɪʃən /

noun

Greek Orthodox Church a rite of initiation involving anointing with chrism and taking place at the same time as baptism

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Associated words: chrismatory, chrismation, chrismal, cruet, ampulla, unction. holy water.