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Definition of Intinction
1. n. The act of tingeing or dyeing.
Definition of Intinction
1. Noun. The act of steeping or soaking the bread (or 'body' of Christ) in the wine (or 'blood' of Christ) so the communicant may receive both aspects of the eucharist simultaneously. ¹
2. Noun. (obsolete) The act of tingeing or dyeing. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Intinction
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Medical Definition of Intinction
1. 1. The act of tingeing or dyeing. 2. A method or practice of the administration of the sacrament by dipping the bread or wafer in the wine and administering both together. Origin: L. Intinctio, fr. Intingere to dip in; pref. In- in + tingere to tinge. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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