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.
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Also especially British, sol·em·nise .
Origin of solemnize
OTHER WORDS FROM solemnize
sol·em·ni·za·tion, nounsol·em·niz·er, nounun·sol·em·nized, adjectiveWords nearby solemnize
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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, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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