consecration

[ˌkɑːnsəˈkreɪʃn]

consecration Definition

• 1. the act of making something or someone holy and dedicated to a particular purpose
• 2. the state of being holy and dedicated to a particular purpose

Using consecration: Examples

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

• Example

  The consecration of the new church was attended by many people.

• Example

  The bishop performed the consecration of the altar.

• Example

  The ceremony of consecration was solemn and impressive.

consecration Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for consecration

• blessing
• sanctification
• hallowing
• dedication

Antonyms for consecration

• desecration
• profanation

Phrases with consecration

• consecration of marriage

  a religious ceremony that sanctifies a marriage

  Example

  The couple decided to have a consecration of marriage in their church.

• consecration of the host

  a Catholic ritual in which bread and wine are transformed into the body and blood of Christ

  Example

  The priest performed the consecration of the host during the Mass.

• consecration of a bishop

  a religious ceremony in which a bishop is ordained and consecrated

  Example

  The consecration of a bishop is an important event in the life of the Church.

Origins of consecration

from Latin 'consecratio', from 'consecrare' meaning 'to make sacred'

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Summary: consecration in Brief

Consecration [ˌkɑːnsəˈkreɪʃn] refers to the act of making something or someone holy and dedicated to a particular purpose. It can also denote the state of being holy and dedicated to a particular purpose. Examples include the consecration of a new church or altar, and the consecration of marriage. Synonyms include 'dedication,' 'blessing,' and 'sanctification.'