1. the act of applying oil or ointment to someone or something, especially as part of a religious ceremony
2. the act of choosing or appointing someone to an important position
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The priest performed the anointment with holy oil during the baptism ceremony.
• The anointment of the new king took place in the cathedral.
• She received anointment as part of her confirmation ritual.
• The anointment of the sick is considered a sacred sacrament.
• His anointment as team captain was celebrated by all the players.
• The anointment ceremony lasted for several hours.