Definition of consecration Consecration

/kɑˌnsʌkɹejˈʃʌn/ - [kansukreyshun] - con•se•cra•tion

We found 5 definitions of consecration from 4 different sources.

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What does consecration mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: consecrations

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"
  sanctification a religious ceremony in which something is made holy
  religious belief, religion, faith a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny; "he lost his faith but not his morality"
consecration - a solemn commitment of your life or your time to some cherished purpose (to a service or a goal); "his consecration to study"
  allegiance, loyalty, commitment, dedication the loyalty that citizens owe to their country (or subjects to their sovereign)
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  • consecration (n.)
    The act or ceremony of consecrating; the state of being consecrated; dedication.

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