lay baptism

American  

noun

Ecclesiastical.

1. baptism administered by a lay-person.

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Etymology

Origin of lay baptism

First recorded in 1720–30

Example Sentences

These are things to which the theory of the Church concerning lay baptism is strictly applicable. 

From The Fair Haven by Streatfeild, R. A. (Richard Alexander)

"Of course," said the Vicar, "lay baptism is valid, even if administered by a Dissenter; but—it is very unusual, very much so."

From The Broom-Squire by Baring-Gould, S. (Sabine)