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Christening Definition & Meaning

christening
noun
  1. giving a Christian name at baptism

"Christening" in song lyrics

See how christening is used in real songs:

  • "I was missing from my christening"
    Ant Banks f/ Mr. Ill, Rappin' Ron, Gangsta P, Jock — Bay Area Massacre
  • "I hope you're listenin, smackin babies at they christening"
    Big Kap + Funkmaster Flex f/ 2Pac, Notorious B.I.G. — Biggie/Tupac Live Freestyle *
  • "February the fourteenth, all behold the bloody Christening"
    Cilvaringz f/ 60 Second Assassin, 9th Prince, Blue Raspberry, Shabazz the Disciple — Valentine Day Massacre

Usage tips for "christening"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "christening" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for christening to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does christening mean?
giving a Christian name at baptism
What part of speech is christening?
Christening is a noun.

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