About The Word Aspergill
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Aspergill
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What's The Definition Of Aspergill?
[n] a short-handled device with a globe containing a sponge; used for sprinkling holy water
Synonyms | Synonyms for Aspergill: Related Terms | Find terms related to Aspergill: See Also | device | grip | handgrip | handle | hold Aspergill In Webster's Dictionary \As"per*gill\, Aspergillum \As`per*gil"lum\, n. [LL.
aspergillum, fr. L. aspergere. See {Asperse}, v. t.]
1. The brush used in the Roman Catholic church for sprinkling
holy water on the people. [Also written aspergillus.]
2. (Zo["o]l.) See {Wateringpot shell}.
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