Answer: anointing

AnswerCrossword Clue
ANOINTINGConferring with ceremonies
ANOINTINGMoistening.
ANOINTINGRub and dub
anointingCeremonially confer divine or holy office upon (a priest or monarch) by smearing or rubbing with oil
anointingSmear or rub something with (any other substance)
anointingthe act of consecrating with oil
anointingNominate or choose (someone) as successor to or leading candidate for a position
anointingSmear or rub with oil, typically as part of a religious ceremony