christening

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Known for her iconic one liners, Doris is well quoted by fans of the series - particularly when she refused to make the salad for Neil the Baby's christening.

From BBC

After months of confusion, the Sussexes’ christening announcement marked the first time one of their children was publicly referred to with a royal title.

From Los Angeles Times

The anointing of the King has echoes of a christening or the ordination into religious orders, with the monarch being symbolically touched with holy oil on the head, chest and hands.

From BBC

"You'd expect it just to be a gift for a wedding or an anniversary but it's literally anything from a christening to a gift for a bereaved family. People just want to show love."

From BBC

The christening was to be held over the same weekend as the local wine and produce festival, a state-fair-type event that makes it a perfect time to visit the area.

From Washington Post