consecration
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/ˌkɑːnsɪˈkreɪʃn/
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/ˌkɒnsɪˈkreɪʃn/
noun
R
A religious ceremony where something is declared to be holy for religious use.
The consecration of the new church was a grand event attended by thousands.
R
A religious ceremony where bread and wine are blessed to represent the body and blood of Christ.
During the Eucharist, the priest performs the consecration of the bread and wine.
R
A religious ceremony where someone is officially made a priest or another religious leader.
The bishop's consecration was a significant event in the diocese.
R
The act of dedicating something or someone, including oneself, to a special purpose, often a religious one.
The nuns' consecration to a life of service was evident in their selfless acts.
translation
A religious ceremony where something is declared to be holy for religious use.; A religious ceremony where bread and wine are blessed to represent the body and blood of Christ.; A religious ceremony where someone is officially made a priest or another religious leader.; The act of dedicating something or someone, including oneself, to a special purpose, often a religious one.
Word Forms
Plural
consecrations