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Definition of baptistery

baptistery

/ˈbæp.tɪs.tə.ɹi/
bap · tis · ter · y
Plural:baptisteries
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Adjective:baptisterial
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• noun

1

A distinct Christian building, or a dedicated chapel or section within a church, that contains the baptismal font and is used for administering the sacrament of baptism.

Example

"The tourists admired the intricate bronze doors of the octagonal baptistery standing across from the cathedral in Florence."

2

A large tank, pool, or basin inside a church used to perform baptism by full immersion.

Example

"Before the Sunday morning service, the deacons filled the baptistery with warm water for the new converts."

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• Nearby Words

baptism
baptismal
baptist
baptistery
baptize
baptizer
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed via Old French baptistere and Late Latin baptisterium from Ancient Greek baptisterion ('a bathing place or swimming pool'), derived from baptizein ('to dip or immerse').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Baptistery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/baptistery
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