christen

Definition

  • verb: to baptize (someone)
  • verb: to name at baptism
  • synonyms: baptize, christianize, anoint

Examples

  • The newspaper has 'christened' her as the reigning Queen of Tennis.

  • The politician was chosen to 'christen' a new ship.

  • He was 'christened' when he was three months old.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Do you believe this prick? You're supposed to be doing this stuff, too. You're a funny guy. That is it, Henry! You want to laugh? This prick asked me to christen his kid. I charged him $. You really are a funny guy. I'm worried. I'm hearing bad things. He treats me like I'm a fucking fag. (..)
    1990 Goodfellas