solemnize

[ sol-uhm-nahyz ]

/ ˈsɒl əmˌnaɪz /

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verb (used with object), sol·em·nized, sol·em·niz·ing.

to perform the ceremony of (marriage).

to hold or perform (ceremonies, rites, etc.) in due manner.

to observe or commemorate with rites or ceremonies: to solemnize an occasion with prayer.

to go through with ceremony or formality.

to render solemn, serious, or grave; dignify.

verb (used without object), sol·em·nized, sol·em·niz·ing.

to become solemn; conduct oneself with solemnity.

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Also especially British, sol·em·nise .

Origin of solemnize

1350–1400; Middle English solempnise<Medieval Latin sōlemnizāre, equivalent to Latin sōlemnissolemn + -izāre-ize

OTHER WORDS FROM solemnize

sol·em·ni·za·tion, nounsol·em·niz·er, nounun·sol·em·nized, adjective

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How to use solemnize in a sentence

And there was no legislation upon the subject until 1786, when an "Act for the orderly Solemnization of Marriage" passed.
History of the Negro Race in America From 1619 to 1880. Vol 1|George W. Williams
The solemnization of marriage is a sacred ceremony and should be observed in a reverent spirit.
The Etiquette of To-day|Edith B. Ordway
In the Thakoor dhallan, or chamber of worship, all preparations for the solemnization of nuptials are now made.
The Hindoos as they Are|Shib Chunder Bose
Meantime active preparations are made on both sides for the auspicious solemnization of the nuptials.
The Hindoos as they Are|Shib Chunder Bose

Escorted by his tat major, he had proceeded to the cathedral to join in the august solemnization; when, lo!
Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, No. CCCXLV. July, 1844. Vol. LVI.|Various

British Dictionary definitions for solemnize

solemnize

solemnise

/ (ˈsɒləmˌnaɪz) /

verb (tr)

to celebrate or observe with rites or formal ceremonies, as a religious occasion

to celebrate or perform the ceremony of (marriage)

to make solemn or serious

to perform or hold (ceremonies, etc) in due manner

Derived forms of solemnize

solemnization or solemnisation, nounsolemnizer or solemniser, noun

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solemnize

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British Dictionary definitions for solemnize

solemnise

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