hallow

[ˈhæləʊ]

hallow Definition

  • 1to honor as holy
  • 2to make holy or sacred
  • 3to respect greatly

Using hallow: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hallow" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The church was hallowed ground.

  • Example

    The memory of his sacrifice was hallowed by the community.

  • Example

    The soldiers who died in battle were hallowed as heroes.

  • Example

    The tradition of Thanksgiving is hallowed in American culture.

hallow Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for hallow

Phrases with hallow

  • a phrase from the Lord's Prayer, expressing reverence and worship for God's name

    Example

    Hallowed be thy name, O Lord.

  • a place that is considered holy or sacred

    Example

    The cemetery is hallowed ground where many heroes are buried.

  • a phrase used to describe prestigious or revered institutions, especially academic ones

    Example

    She was thrilled to be accepted into the hallowed halls of Harvard University.

Origins of hallow

from Old English 'halgian', meaning 'to make holy'

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Summary: hallow in Brief

To 'hallow' [ˈhæləʊ] is to honor as holy, make holy or sacred, or respect greatly. It is often used in religious contexts, such as 'The church was hallowed ground,' or in cultural contexts, like 'The tradition of Thanksgiving is hallowed in American culture.' 'Hallow' can also be found in phrases like 'hallowed be thy name' and 'hallowed halls,' which describe prestigious institutions.

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