noun
- a device or person that sprinkles or sprays liquid, especially holy water in religious ceremonies
Usage: often used in religious or liturgical contexts; also called an aspergillum
Examples
- The priest used an aspersor to distribute holy water to the congregation.
- The aspersor hung from a chain near the altar.
- During the blessing, the deacon served as the aspersor.
- An ornate aspersor was part of the church's ceremonial equipment.