chrisom

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a consecrated ointment consisting of a mixture of oil and balsam

Etymology

See chrism.

In classic literature

Synonyms

chrism, sacramental oil, holy oil

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