χρίω to smear or rub with oil, i.e. (by implication) to consecrate to an office or religious serviceDerivation: probably akin to G5530 through the idea of contact;KJV Usage: anoint. G5530
Thayer:1) to anoint 1a) consecrating Jesus to the Messianic office, and furnishing him with the necessary powers for its administration 1b) enduing Christians with the gifts of the Holy SpiritFor Synonyms see entry G5805
χρίω chriō khree'-o Probably akin to G5530 through the idea of contact; to smear or rub with oil, that is, (by implication) to consecrate to an office or religious serviceKJV Usage: anoint.