Meaning of the word enshrine in English
What does enshrine mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
enshrine
US /ɪnˈʃraɪn/
UK /ɪnˈʃraɪn/
Verb
1.
place (a revered or precious object) in an appropriate receptacle.
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A chapel was built to enshrine the saint's remains.
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The locket was designed to enshrine a lock of hair.
2.
cherish (a tradition, idea, or right) as inviolable.
Example:
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The right to free speech is enshrined in the Constitution.
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These principles are enshrined in our company's values.
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