Applies holy oil to Crossword Clue
7 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, October 29, 1997 · 46-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, October 29, 1997.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · October 29, 1997 · 46-Down · 7 letters
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administer an oil or ointment to ; often in a religious ceremony of blessing
verb
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