adjective
- of, relating to, or used in connection with chrism (sacred oil used in religious ceremonies)
Usage: religious/liturgical term; formal
Examples
- The bishop anointed the infant with chrismal oil during the baptism ceremony.
- The chrismal cloth was carefully preserved in the church vestry.
- In Catholic tradition, chrismal anointing is an important part of confirmation.
- The priest blessed the chrismal vessels before the Easter vigil.