Definitions

1. verb

to smear or rub a liquid substance, especially oil, on something or someone, typically as a ritual act of consecration or as a sign of respect or affection

“The priest anointed the king with holy oil.”

2. verb

to give or confer a quality or status on someone or something, typically in a formal or official way

“The company will anoint the new CEO at the annual meeting.”

3. noun

a substance, especially oil, used for anointing

“The anointing oil was passed down through generations.”

4. noun

a formal act of conferring a quality or status on someone or something

“The anointing of the new king marked the beginning of a new era.”