Meaning Of The Word Consecrate

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What's The Definition Of Consecrate?

consecrate
verb: When a building, place, or object is consecrated, it is officially declared to be holy. When a person is consecrated, they are officially declared to be a bishop.

consecrate in American English
to set apart as holy; make or declare sacred for religious use
adjective: consecrated; sacred
transitive verb: to make or declare sacred; set apart or dedicate to the service of a deity

consecrate in British English
to make or declare sacred or holy; sanctify
adjective: consecrated

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