baptism

• Rite ou sacrement chrétien marquant l'entrée dans la foi, souvent par aspersion ou immersion dans l'eau, symbolisant la purification et la renaissance spirituelle. Peut aussi désigner une initiation ou une première expérience.

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.

   baptême

   • 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.

   Synonymeschristening

2. Initiation or first experienceB2informal

   A first experience of something, often challenging or transformative.

   Baptême (première expérience)

   • 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.

   Synonymesdebutinitiationintroductionrite of passage