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Meaning of consecrate
to make or declare something sacred or dedicated to a particular purpose
Etymology of consecrate
The word "consecrate" comes from the Latin "consecrare", which is a combination of "con-" (meaning "together") and "sacrare" (meaning "to dedicate" or "to make sacred")
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of making something sacred or dedicating it to a particular purpose
Synonyms
Definitions
- to make or declare something sacred or dedicated to a particular purpose
- * to ordain someone as a priest or minister
- * to set something apart as holy or sacred
Usage Examples
- The bishop consecrated the new church with a special ceremony
- * The artist consecrated her life to her craft, spending every waking moment creating
- * The team consecrated their season to the memory of their fallen teammate