Define chrism. chrism synonyms, chrism pronunciation, chrism translation, English dictionary definition of chrism. n. Ecclesiastical 1. A consecrated mixture of oil and balsam, used for anointing in church sacraments such as baptism and confirmation. Also called holy oil.
Define sanies. sanies synonyms, sanies pronunciation, sanies translation, English dictionary definition of sanies. n. pl. sanies A thin, fetid, greenish fluid consisting of serum and pus discharged from a wound, ulcer, or fistula. sa′ni·ous adj. American Heritage®.
Define hydroponics. hydroponics synonyms, hydroponics pronunciation, hydroponics translation, English dictionary definition of hydroponics. n. Cultivation of plants in nutrient solution rather than in soil. hy′dro·pon′ic adj. hy′dro·pon′i·cal·ly adv. hy′dro·pon′i·cist , hy′dro·pon′ist n..
Define arboretum. arboretum synonyms, arboretum pronunciation, arboretum translation, English dictionary definition of arboretum. n. pl. ar·bo·re·tums or ar·bo·re·ta A place where an extensive variety of woody plants are cultivated for scientific, educational, and ornamental purposes..
Define rigmarole. rigmarole synonyms, rigmarole pronunciation, rigmarole translation, English dictionary definition of rigmarole. also rig·a·ma·role n. 1. Confused, rambling, or incoherent discourse; nonsense. 2. A complicated, petty set of procedures. American Heritage® Dictionary of.