consecrate

verb
/ˈkɒnsɪkreɪt/

Meaning

to make something sacred, usually through a religious ceremony

Example Sentences

The church was consecrated by the bishop.

Synonyms

sanctify, bless, dedicate, hallow, ordain

Antonyms

desecrate, profane, defile

Collocations

consecrate a church, consecrated ground, consecrated life, consecrated host

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