Baptizing is a religious ritual where an individual is immersed in water, which symbolizes purification and acceptance into the faith. This act is common in Christianity, and other religions have equivalents to this ritual. Other synonymous words used for baptism include christening, immersion, and dedication. The word christening originates from the Christian practice of dedicating an infant to Christ and naming them. Immersion means to dip or submerge into water, and it is commonly used in other religions to symbolize a new beginning or purification. Dedication means to solemnly devote oneself or an object to a particular cause, and it is often used in reference to a person's commitment to a particular faith.