1. to make or declare something sacred or holy, especially through a religious ceremony
Usage: religious context
2. to dedicate something solemnly to a particular purpose or service

Examples

• The bishop consecrates the new church this Sunday.
• She consecrates her life to helping others.
• The priest consecrates the bread and wine during Mass.
• He consecrates the memorial to honor fallen soldiers.
• The ceremony consecrates the ground as a sacred burial site.
• The rabbi consecrates the synagogue with special prayers.