Baptist

usgb/ˈbæptɪst/
noun

A person who baptizes others as part of a Christian religious ceremony.

John, often referred to as John the Baptist, baptized Jesus in the Jordan River.
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  • john the baptist
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Religious

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Ritual Action

The term emphasizes the person conducting the baptism, often a significant ritual in Christianity.

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The baptist prepared the holy water for the ceremony.
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Historical Figure

'Baptist' can reference specific figures in history like John the Baptist, who is well-known.

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John the Baptist is a revered figure in many Christian traditions.
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Non-Denominational

While 'baptist' is often associated with certain denominations, it can refer to anyone who baptizes in Christianity.

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A baptist from another church led the service today.
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