consecration

Meanings

• Noun

  The act of dedicating or setting apart for a sacred purpose.

  - "The consecration of a church marks its official opening."
  - "The monk took a vow of consecration to the goddess."
  - "The consecration of the king was a grand ceremony."

• Noun

  The state of being set apart for a sacred purpose.

  - "The consecrated water was used for holy rituals."
  - "The consecration of the priest granted him special powers."
  - "The consecrated land was considered sacred and untouchable."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with consecration
dedication , frustration , vacation

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Variants

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consecration , consecrations , self-consecration , self-consecrations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'consecrare' meaning 'to make sacred'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'consecration' is also used in the context of chess to refer to the act of moving a piece to its starting position.

2. In ancient Rome, the emperor was considered a living god and his consecration was a grand ceremony marking the beginning of his reign.

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Related Concepts

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1. Sacrament: A sacred ritual or ceremony, often involving the use of symbolic objects or actions.

2. Dedication: The act of setting aside or devoting oneself to a particular task or purpose.

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Culture

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Consecration is a significant concept in various religions and cultures, representing the setting apart of objects, people, or places for sacred purposes. It is often marked by ceremonies and rituals, and is considered an important aspect of religious devotion and observance.

How to Memorize "consecration"

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'consecration' comes from the Latin word 'consecrare', meaning 'to make sacred'.

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