English Explanatory Dictionary

enshrine

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To enclose (a sacred relic etc.) in a shrine or chest.
  2. To preserve or cherish (something) as though in a shrine; to preserve or contain, especially with some reverence.
  3. To protect (an idea, ideal, or philosophy) within an official law or treaty.

Pronunciation

/ɪnˈʃɹaɪn/ /ɪnˈʃɹʌɪn/ /ɛnˈʃɹʌɪn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-enshrine.wav

Word forms

enshrine enshrines enshrining enshrined inshrine

Etymology

From en- + shrine.

Derived words

enshrinee enshrinement enshriner unenshrined
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