Christening Definition

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"

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