Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ungir

verb
/ʊnˈdʒɪr/
Definition
To anoint or to apply oil as part of a religious ceremony or ritual. Often used in the context of consecrating a person, especially in religious rites.
Examples
  • The priest will ungir the new leader during the ceremony.
  • In biblical traditions, prophets were known to ungir kings.
  • She decided to ungir her child with oil for protection.
Meaning
The act of anointing typically signifies a sacred or holy purpose, often used in religious contexts to denote someone being set apart for a spiritual or divine role.
Synonyms
  • anoint
  • consecrate
  • hallow
  • bless