Definition of "aspergillum" []

• Roman Catholic Church An instrument, such as a brush or a perforated container, used for sprinkling holy water. (noun)

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• "The aspergillum is the attribute of saints expert at exorcising demons."
• "Oddly enough morning stars have other names as well, being called “holy water sprinklers” due to the fact that they somewhat resemble the aspergillum used by the church to sprinkle parishioners with holy water, and “goedendag” or “good day”."
• "(Priest replaces sword, Deacon dips aspergillum in asperging bowl of Witch Water, while Priest begins incantation for The Asperges.)"