canonization

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Noun canonization has 1 sense

canonization, canonisation - (Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Church) the act of admitting a deceased person into the canon of saints
--₁ is a kind of sanctification

Derived forms: verb canonize₁, verb canonize₃

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Canonization

Definition:

Canonization refers to the process of officially recognizing someone as a saint in the Christian Church. It can also refer to the act of elevating a text, work, or person to a level of great importance or authority.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Sense 1:

Official recognition of someone as a saint in the Christian Church.

Example sentence: The canonization of Mother Teresa was a significant event for her followers.

Sense 2:

Elevating a text, work, or person to a level of great importance or authority.

Example sentence: The literary canonization of Shakespeare's plays has contributed to their enduring popularity.

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