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Consecrated

Definition:

Consecrated, as an adjective, refers to something that has been declared sacred or made holy through religious ceremonies. As a verb, it means the action of dedicating or setting apart a person, place, or thing for a religious purpose.

Senses:

Adjective:

1. Declared sacred
2. Set apart for religious use

Verb:

1. Dedicate
2. Set apart for religious purposes

Examples:

Adjective:

1. The consecrated temple was a place of worship for generations.

2. They held the ceremony in the consecrated church, where only few were allowed to enter.

Verb:

1. The new bishop will consecrate the newly built cathedral next week.

2. They consecrated the ground as a burial site, ensuring it remained sacred.

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