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eternalize
[ ih-tur-nl-ahyz ]
/ ɪˈtɜr nlˌaɪz /
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verb (used with object), e·ter·nal·ized, e·ter·nal·iz·ing.
to eternize.
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Also especially British, e·ter·nal·ise .
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How to use eternalize in a sentence
The sinking of ships like the Fitgerald are eternalized in songs that remind of the perilous nature of the lakes, and how quickly the waters can change.
Dead ships find solace under the treacherous surface of the Great Lakes|Margo Milanowski|December 6, 2021|Popular-ScienceThe thirst of eternity is what is called love among men, and whosoever loves another wishes to eternalize himself in him.
Tragic Sense Of Life|Miguel de UnamunoOh, to prolong this blissful moment, to sleep, to eternalize oneself in it!
Tragic Sense Of Life|Miguel de UnamunoEvery family had its own, dead or alive, oftener dead, and wanted to eternalize his features.
Pierre and Luce|Romain Rolland
British Dictionary definitions for eternalize
eternalize
eternalise eternize or eternise (ɪˈtɜːnaɪz)
/ (ɪˈtɜːnəˌlaɪz) /
verb (tr)
to make eternal
to make famous for ever; immortalize
Derived forms of eternalize
eternalization, eternization, eternalisation or eternisation, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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