Word bank

Improve your reading skills, Memorize words and practice vocabulary

Memorized by 20+ users

enshrines


Meanings
  • Verb

    To preserve or honor something by placing it in a sacred or formal place.

    - "The ancient relics were enshrined in the temple."
    - "The hero's achievements were enshrined in the history books."
  • Verb

    To establish or confirm something officially or legally.

    - "The new law was enshrined in the constitution."
    - "The company's values were enshrined in its mission statement."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with enshrines
shines , mines , wines , dines , lines
Variants
List of all variants of enshrines that leads to same result
enshrine , enshrined , enshrinement , enshrinements , enshrines , enshrining
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Old French 'enshirre', meaning 'to surround with a fence or wall, enclose'. The word later evolved to mean 'to protect, preserve, or honor'.


Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word
  1. The term 'enshrine' is also used in the field of archaeology to refer to the burial place of a mummy or other ancient remains.

  2. In the Christian tradition, the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem is considered to be the place where Jesus was buried and enshrined.

  3. The term 'enshrine' is derived from the Old French word 'enshirre', which means 'to surround with a fence or wall, enclose'.


Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to
  1. Relic: An object that is considered to have religious or historical significance and is often preserved and venerated.

  2. Sanctuary: A place of safety or refuge, often associated with religious or spiritual protection.

  3. Preservation: The act of preserving or protecting something, often for future use or reference.


Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

The word 'enshrine' has been used extensively in various cultural, historical, and literary contexts. It is often associated with the preservation of sacred or important objects, such as religious relics, historical artifacts, and cultural symbols. For example, in Buddhism, the relics of the Buddha are enshrined in temples and revered by followers. In literature, the word 'enshrine' has been used metaphorically to refer to the preservation of memories and traditions.

How to Memorize "enshrines"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize 'enshrine', imagine a sacred or formal place where something is preserved and honored. This could be a temple, a museum, or a library.

  2. associate

    - To associate 'enshrine' with the idea of preserving something important or sacred. This could be a memory, a tradition, or a cultural symbol.

  3. mnemonics

    - To use the mnemonic 'Enshrine Essentials' to remember the definition of the word. E for 'enshrine' means to preserve or honor, and Essentials refers to the importance or significance of what is being preserved.


Memorize "enshrines" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize enshrines is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

  1. Highlighting:

    Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.

  2. Periodic Reminders:

    Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.