Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
intinction
noun
/ɪnˈtɪŋkʃən/
Definition
The act of dipping a piece of bread into wine or a similar liquid, especially in religious ceremonies.
Examples
- During the church service, the priest invited the congregation to partake in intinction.
- Intinction is often considered a reverent way of consuming the elements of communion.
Meaning
Intinction refers to a practice often seen in Christian communion where the consecrated bread is dipped into the consecrated wine before being given to the communicant.
Synonyms
- dipping
- immersion
