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a ceremonial act of anointing someone with oil or other sacred substance, often as part of a religious ceremony
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The priest performed the anointment of the new king during the royal ceremony.
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I heard they're doing some kind of special anointment at the church on Sunday.
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I can't believe she's getting an anointment for her promotion, that's so cool!
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The anointment of the team captain brought a sense of unity and leadership to the group.