: the ceremony of baptizing and naming a child
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The whole family was invited to the christening.
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In addition, the top five winners will also receive the chance to attend the Aqua's christening and a three-night inaugural sailing from Miami from April 13 to 16, 2025.
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Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2024
During the ceremonial christening of the new vessel, Adella’s sister, Bessie, smashed a bottle of water against its hull—instead of the customary bottle of champagne or wine—because the family was strict about alcohol.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 May 2024
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Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2024
During the ceremonial christening of the new vessel, Adella’s sister, Bessie, smashed a bottle of water against its hull—instead of the customary bottle of champagne or wine—because the family was strict about alcohol.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 May 2024
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“Christening.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/christening. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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