enshrine

🇺🇸 /ɪnˈʃraɪn/ 🇬🇧 /ɪnˈʃraɪn/
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verb
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to establish something as an important and lasting part of a system or society, often by writing it into a law or document

The right to vote was enshrined in the constitution, ensuring equal representation for all citizens.

translation

v. to establish something as an important and lasting part of a system or society, often by writing it into a law or document

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3rd Present enshrines
Past enshrined
Perfect enshrined
Progressive enshrining

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