VERB: "to hallow or consecrate by religious rite or word" Crossword Clue

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VERB: "to hallow or consecrate by religious rite or word" Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. render holy by means of religious rites
2. make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CONSECRATE (verb)
1. give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause
2. dedicate to a deity by a vow
CONSECRATE (adjective)
1. solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high or sacred purpose
HALLOW (verb)
1. render holy by means of religious rites

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