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 Definitions of consecration  [ˌkɒn sɪˈkreɪ ʃən]  

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Definition of 'consecration' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) consecration
the act of consecrating; dedication to the service and worship of a deity.

2.  consecration
the act of consecrating the Eucharistic elements of bread and wine.

3.  consecration
ordination to a sacred office, esp. to the episcopate.

Etymology:  (1350–1400)

Definition of 'consecration' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) consecration
a solemn commitment of your life or your time to some cherished purpose (to a service or a goal)
"his consecration to study"

2. (noun) consecration
(religion) sanctification of something by setting it apart (usually with religious rites) as dedicated to God
"the Cardinal attended the consecration of the church"


Definition of 'consecration' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) consecration
the act or ceremony of consecrating; the state of being consecrated; dedication



'consecration' - Nearby Entries  

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