CHRISM
Chrism, n. Etym: [OE. crisme, from AS. crisma; also OE. creme, fr.
OF. cresme, like the AS. word fr. LL. chrisma, fr. Gr. friare,
fricare, to rub, Skr. gharsh, E. friable, friction. Cf. Chrisom.]
(Gr. & R. C. Church
1. Olive oil mixed with balm and spices, consecrated by the bishop on Maundy Thursday, and used in the administration of baptism, confirmation, ordination, etc.
2. The same as Chrisom.
CHRISMAL
Chris"mal, a. Etym: [LL. chrismalis.]
Defn: Of or pertaining to or used in chrism.
CHRISMATION
Chris*ma"tion, n. Etym: [LL. chrismatio.]
Defn: The act of applying the chrism, or consecrated oil.
Chrismation or cross-signing with ointment, was used in baptism. Jer.
Taylor.
CHRISMATORY
Chris"ma*to*ry, n. Etym: [LL. chrismatorium.]
Defn: A cruet or vessel in which chrism is kept.
CHRISOM
Chris"om, n. Etym: [See Chrism.]