solemnize
verb (used with object)
to perform the ceremony of (marriage).
solemnizing
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present participleof solemnize.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The Scottish Episcopal Church opened the door to solemnizing same-sex marriages in 2017, the Church of Scotland last May.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 20, 2023
Despite facing an outstanding arrest warrant for solemnizing Arzoo’s marriage, he continued his practice in his ramshackle office above a wholesale rice market in downtown Karachi.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 28, 2020
“I would really love the opportunity to participate in solemnizing Congress,” Barker said in an interview.
From Washington Post ● May 5, 2016
After Hercules had accomplished his labours, when Eurystheus was solemnizing some sacrificial feast, he also was invited.
From The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us by Athen?us
The unity of the race is a great and solemnizing truth.
From The Call of the World or, Every Man's Supreme Opportunity by W. E. Doughty
