χρῖσμα

Ancient Greek

noun
Definitions
  • anointing, unction
  • wall coating, plaster

Etymology

Affix from Ancient Greek χρίω (I smear n-g) + Ancient Greek or rub with”, “I coat.

Origin

Ancient Greek

or rub with”, “I coat

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