1. A small brush or sprinkler used in religious ceremonies to sprinkle holy water on the congregation or altar.
Usage: Also called an aspergill or asperges.; Primarily used in Christian liturgy, especially in Catholic and Anglican traditions.

Examples

• The priest dipped the aspergillum into the font and sprinkled holy water over the faithful.
• During the Easter vigil, the aspergillum was used to bless the congregation.
• The ornate aspergillum featured a silver handle and natural bristles.
• In traditional Catholic Mass, the aspergillum is part of the ritual purification.
• The sacristan carefully cleaned the aspergillum after the Sunday service.