Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

anointer

noun

/əˈnɔɪn.tər/

Definition

A person who anoints or applies oil as part of a ceremony.

Examples

The priest served as the anointer during the sacred ritual.
In many cultures, the anointer plays a vital role in the coronation of a new king or queen.

Meaning

The word ‘anointer’ refers to someone who performs the act of anointing, typically in a religious or ceremonial context, where oil or other substances are applied to a person or object to confer blessing, authority, or holiness.