christened

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The hero was never named in the book, but the character was christened Harry Palmer for the film and played by Michael Caine.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

In lighter news, Disney christened its newest cruise ship, Disney Adventure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

While it is still being rented out regularly to tenants, 7 ½ West End Court has now been christened “The Born to Run House” by Springsteen’s fans.

From Salon • Mar. 4, 2026

The actor, 54, purchased the lavish retreat, which is located in the gated Stone Creek Ranch community in Delray Beach, from spec developer Aldo Stark, who christened the Italian-style dwelling Palazzo di Lago.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 28, 2025

They christened him Aureliano and with his mother's last name, since the law did not permit a person to bear his father's name until he had recognized him.

From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez