Meaning Of The Word Canonize

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What's The Definition Of Canonize?

canonize
If a dead person is canonized, it is officially announced by the Catholic Church that he or she is a saint.

canonize in American English
to declare (a deceased person) a saint in formal church procedure
transitive verb: to place in the canon of saints

canonize in British English
to declare (a person) to be a saint and thus admit to the canon of saints

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