Synonyms for Consecrate (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (appoint to a clerical posts):
ordain, order, ordinate
WordNet sense 2 (give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause):
commit, dedicate, devote, give
WordNet sense 3 (dedicate to a deity by a vow):
vow
WordNet sense 4 (render holy by means of religious rites):
bless, hallow, sanctify
WordNet sense 5 (solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high purpose):
dedicated, consecrated
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