verb
- to preserve or cherish as sacred; to place in a shrine
- to establish or secure permanently in law, custom, or belief
Usage: past tense and past participle of enshrine
Usage: often used with legal or constitutional contexts
Examples
- The Constitution enshrined the right to free speech.
- His memory was enshrined in the hearts of his family.
- The ancient relic was enshrined in the cathedral.
- These principles are enshrined in our legal system.
- The treaty enshrined new protections for workers.
- Her achievements were enshrined in the hall of fame.
- The law enshrined equal rights for all citizens.