hallowing

Definitions

The act of making something holy or consecrating it for a sacred purpose.

The process of honoring or regarding something as greatly revered or holy.

The act of sanctifying or setting apart as dedicated to a divine use.

Examples

The ancient tradition of hallowing the harvest grounds remains a central part of the village's autumn festival.

She spent the afternoon hallowing the small chapel, ensuring it was prepared for the upcoming consecration ceremony.

Synonyms

consecrating sanctifying blessing venerating revering dedicating honoring

Antonyms

desecrating profaning blaspheming defiling violating dishonoring cursing