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consecrate

verb

/ˈkɒnsɪkreɪt/

Meaning

to make something sacred, usually through a religious ceremony

The church was consecrated by the bishop.

sanctify, bless, dedicate, hallow, ordain

desecrate, profane, defile

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

to make a liquid muddy or disturbed; to cause agitation or disorder

To listen attentively; to give heed.

to cause pain, suffering, or distress to someone or something

To make something more attractive by adding decorative details or exaggerating.

to make twice as much in size, number, or amount

To jump over something; to omit or disregard something.