Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

aspersorium

noun

/əˌspərˈsɔːr.i.əm/

Definition

A vessel or instrument used for sprinkling water, especially during a religious ceremony.

Examples

The priest used the aspersorium to sprinkle holy water on the congregation during the Easter service.
In some cultures, an aspersorium is used to bless homes at the beginning of the new year.

Meaning

The term refers to a specific item typically associated with rituals, where it serves the purpose of distributing water, often for blessing or purification rites.