baptistry

bap·tist·ry

B b

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [bap-tuh-stree]
- /ˈbæp tə stri/
- /baptistry/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [bap-tuh-stree]
- /ˈbæp tə stri/

Definitions of baptistry word

noun baptistry a part of a Christian church in which baptisms are carried out 3
noun baptistry a tank in a Baptist church in which baptisms are carried out 3
abbreviation BAPTISTRY baptistery. 1
noun baptistry (Christianity) A designated space within a church, or a separate room or building associated with a church, where a baptismal font is located, and consequently, where the sacrament of Christian baptism (via aspersion or affusion) is performed. 1
noun baptistry An indoor pool used for baptism by immersion. 0

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Parts of speech for Baptistry

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baptistry popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 63% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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