consecrate
adjective
1. solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high or sacred purpose
- a life consecrated to science
- the consecrated chapel
Similar word(s): ordained, votive, holy, sacred, consecrated, dedicated
verb
1. appoint to a clerical posts
Similar word(s): ordain, order, ordinate
Definition categories: social, enthrone, invest, vest
2. give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause
- consecrate your life to the church
Similar word(s): commit, dedicate, devote, give
Definition categories: communication, apply, employ, use, utilise, utilize
3. dedicate to a deity by a vow
Similar word(s): vow
Definition categories: communication, commit, consecrate, dedicate, devote, give
4. render holy by means of religious rites
Similar word(s): bless, hallow, sanctify
Definition categories: communication, declare