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christen

[ˈkrɪs(ə)n]

christen Definition

  • 1to give a name to someone at baptism
  • 2to use or introduce something for the first time

Using christen: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "christen" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The baby was christened in the local church.

  • Example

    The new ship will be christened by the Queen.

  • Example

    The company plans to christen its new product line next month.

  • Example

    She christened her new apartment with a party.

christen Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for christen

  • de-name
  • de-baptize

Phrases with christen

  • to use a particular name when referring to something

    Example

    The press christened him 'the king of rock and roll'.

  • to make something look more attractive or interesting

    Example

    We need to christen up this room before the guests arrive.

  • to formally introduce someone into a group or organization

    Example

    He was christened into the fraternity last night.

Origins of christen

from Old English 'crīstnian', from 'Crīst' (Christ)

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Summary: christen in Brief

The verb 'christen' [ˈkrɪs(ə)n] has two main meanings: to give a name to someone at baptism, and to use or introduce something for the first time. Examples of the former include 'The baby was christened in the local church,' while examples of the latter include 'The company plans to christen its new product line next month.' The phrase 'christen with' means to use a particular name when referring to something, while 'christen up' means to make something look more attractive or interesting.