Definitions

1. verb

to dedicate or set apart for a sacred or ritual purpose; to make or declare something holy

“The priest consecrated the new church with a blessing and a prayer.”

2. verb

to make something officially or formally dedicated to a particular purpose

“The charity consecrated the new building as a homeless shelter.”

3. verb

to make something or someone officially recognized or accepted

“The team consecrated the new player and welcomed them to the squad.”

4. noun

a ritual or ceremony to make something holy or dedicate it to a particular purpose

“The consecration of the new church was a grand ceremony.”