enshrine

[en-shrahyn]

verb (used with object)

enshrined, enshrining 

1. to enclose in or as in a shrine.

   His love for her is enshrined forever in his poetry.

2. to cherish as sacred.

   The memory of our friendship will be enshrined in my heart.

enshrine

/ ɪnˈʃraɪn /

verb

1. to place or enclose in or as if in a shrine

2. to hold as sacred; cherish; treasure

Other Word Forms

• enshrinement noun
• unenshrined adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of enshrine¹

First recorded in 1575–85; en- ¹ + shrine

Example Sentences

He reiterated that the post referred to principles "enshrined in international law" and was not directly linked to the events of that day.

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“We don’t need more empty promises; we need accountability that is enshrined into law, with bills like AB 1064.”

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She added that the right of "citizens in the north to identify as Irish was enshrined in the Good Friday Agreement".

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Slovak legal scholars say a constitutional amendment enshrining the primacy of the Slovak constitution over EU law is a direct challenge to the European Union, and will lead to legal battles and potential sanctions.

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He also touched on the reach of his organization and events, noting that his name is enshrined in “The Charlie Kirk Award for Young Masterdebaters” that Cartman and Clyde compete for in the episode.

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Related Words

• cherish 
• consecrate 
• preserve 
• revere