CHRISTENING
- CHRISTEN, to baptise (to administer baptism, also BAPTIZE) [v]
- CHRISTEN, to baptize (to administer baptism to) [v]
- Give (a baby) a Christian name at baptism as a sign of admission to a Christian Church
- Give to (someone or something) a name that reflects a notable quality or characteristic
- Dedicate (a vessel, building, etc.) ceremonially
- Use for the first time