CEFR C1

hallow

verb

Meaning

To honor as holy or sacred; to set apart for religious use or to treat with great reverence.

Examples

The ancient ground was hallowed by the sacrifices made there centuries ago.
They gathered to hallow the new church building with a special ceremony.

Synonyms: sanctify, consecrate, revere, bless

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hallow (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈhæloʊ/

Definition

To honor as holy or sacred; to set apart for religious use or to treat with great reverence.

Examples

The ancient ground was hallowed by the sacrifices made there centuries ago.
They gathered to hallow the new church building with a special ceremony.
In many cultures, ancestral burial sites are hallowed places that demand respect.

How to Use hallow

hallowed ground (collocation): Land that is considered sacred or holy. — "Soldiers are often buried in hallowed ground, respected by all."
hallowed halls (collocation): A respected or traditional institution, often an academic one. — "Many aspiring scholars dream of walking through the hallowed halls of that ancient university."

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