Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
asperges
noun
/ˈæs.pər.dʒɪz/
Definition
Asperges is a term used primarily in the context of a Catholic liturgical rite or ceremony related to the sprinkling of holy water.
Examples
- The priest performed the asperges as part of the Easter Vigil.
- During the ceremony, the congregation received blessings through the asperges.
Meaning
The word ‘asperges’ refers to the act of sprinkling water, especially holy water, over people or objects as part of a ceremonial practice, often to invoke blessings or purification.
Synonyms
- sprinkling
- blessing
