consecrate
/kˈɑnsʌkreɪt/
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Definitions
Adjective
solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high purpose; "a life consecrated to science"; "the consecrated chapel"; "a chapel dedicated to the dead of World War II"
Verb
appoint to a clerical posts; "he was ordained in the Church"
Verb
give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause; "She committed herself to the work of God"; "give one''s talents to a good cause"; "consecrate your life to the church"
Verb
dedicate to a deity by a vow
Verb
render holy by means of religious rites