— anointer , n. — anointment , n.
/euh noynt"/ , v.t.
1. to rub or sprinkle on; apply an unguent, ointment, or oily liquid to.
2. to smear with any liquid.
3. to consecrate or make sacred in a ceremony that includes the token applying of oil: He anointed the new high priest.
4. to dedicate to the service of God.
[ 1300-50; ME anoynten, deriv. of anoynt, enoynt (ptp.) enoint inunctus anointed (ptp. of inungere ), equiv. to in- IN- 2 + ung- smear with oil + -tus ptp. suffix ]