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Feb 12, 2012
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a•noint



Pronunciation: (u-noint'), [key]
—v.t.
1. to rub or sprinkle on; apply an unguent, ointment, or oily liquid to.
2. to smear with any liquid.
3. to consecrate or make sacred in a ceremony that includes the token applying of oil: He anointed the new high priest.
4. to dedicate to the service of God.

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anoiaanointing of the sick
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