christen
Example Sentences
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Leftover pizza gets cut up, crisped on the stove and mixed into scrambled eggs—a remnant from Duggal’s college days that she has christened “pizza eggs.”
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
However, a few days after his birth they christened him, creating an official record that includes their names and address.
From BBC
The band was last in town in 2021 to christen Climate Pledge Arena shortly before they were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
From Seattle Times
The opossum has been christened “Grubby” by locals since one of the last places it was spotted was near the Police Department, on Grubstake Avenue, Rogers said.
From Seattle Times
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