Parenting And Childcare Vocabulary

verb to officially name or dedicate something, typically a child during a baptism

• The priest will christen the newborn baby at the church next Sunday.
• I heard they're going to christen the new building with a big party.
• Let's christen this car by taking it for a spin around the block.
• She felt like she needed to christen her new job with a big success right out of the gate.

noun a short period of sleep, especially during the day

verb to sleep briefly, especially during the day

• After a long day of work, taking a nap can help improve cognitive function and productivity.
• I'm just going to take a quick nap before we head out for dinner.
• I was so tired after the party, I crashed and took a nap on the couch.
• Sometimes, taking a mental nap and stepping back from a problem can help you see the solution more clearly.