Meaning Of The Word Baptize

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What's The Definition Of Baptize?

baptize
When someone is baptized, water is put on their heads or they are covered with water as a sign that their sins have been forgiven and that they have become a member of the Christian Church. Compare christen.

baptize in American English
to immerse (an individual) in water, or pour or sprinkle water over (the individual), as a symbol of admission into Christianity or a specific Christian church
intransitive verb: to administer baptism
transitive verb: to immerse in water or sprinkle or pour water on in the Christian rite of baptism

baptize in British English
verb: to immerse (a person) in water or sprinkle water on (a person) as part of the rite of baptism

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