naming ceremony
noun/ˈneɪmɪŋ serəməni/
/ˈneɪmɪŋ serəməʊni/
- a ceremony at which a baby, ship, building, etc. is formally given a name
- They held a non-religious naming ceremony for their child.
- The naming ceremony for the new liner took place today.
Word OriginLate 19th century.Want to learn more?
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