baptism

• Христианское таинство, символизирующее духовное очищение и возрождение, обычно с использованием воды.

A Christian sacrament that symbolizes spiritual cleansing and rebirth, typically involving the use of water.

1. Christian sacramentB1formal

   A Christian rite of initiation and purification, symbolizing spiritual cleansing and admission to the church.

   Крещение

   • The baptism of the infant took place at the local church.
   • Many Christians believe baptism washes away original sin.
   • She was baptized in a river as a symbol of her faith.

   Synonymschristening

2. Initiation or first experienceB2informal

   A first experience of something, often challenging or transformative.

   Посвящение или первое испытание

   • His first solo flight was a baptism of fire.
   • The new job was a baptism into the world of corporate finance.
   • Her first marathon was a true baptism of endurance.

   Synonymsdebutinitiationintroductionrite of passage