Aspersorium (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A short-handled device with a globe containing a sponge; used for sprinkling holy water.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Aspergill

Hypernyms

• Device

Meaning ²

The basin or other vessel that holds holy water in Roman Catholic Churches.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The aspersorium was filled with holy water and placed at the entrance of the church for the faithful to bless themselves.
• As she entered the cathedral, she dipped her fingers into the aspersorium and made the sign of the cross.
• The priest carefully poured the holy water into the aspersorium, preparing for the morning Mass.
• The aspersorium was a beautiful work of art, crafted from intricately carved marble and adorned with gold accents.
• The sacristan made sure to refill the aspersorium every morning, so that the congregation would have an ample supply of holy water.