noun

Baptism is a religious ceremony in which a person is baptized, typically by having water poured or sprinkled on them or by being fully immersed in water. The purpose of the ceremony varies among different religions, but it often symbolizes cleansing, rebirth, and admission into a religious community.

Example

1. The baptism was held in the local church and was attended by close family and friends.
2. The parents chose to have their child baptized in their family's faith tradition.
3. The priest conducted the baptism with holy water, saying prayers and making the sign of the cross on the forehead of the baby.