sanctify
US /ˈsæŋk.tə.faɪ/
UK /ˈsæŋk.tɪ.faɪ/
动词
1.
圣化, 使神圣
to make something holy or sacred
示例:
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The priest will sanctify the new altar.
牧师将圣化新祭坛。
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The ancient rituals were performed to sanctify the ground.
举行古老仪式是为了圣化这片土地。
2.
认可, 使合法化
to give official approval to something, making it acceptable or legitimate
示例:
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The new law will sanctify the union of same-sex couples.
新法律将认可同性伴侣的结合。
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Tradition often serves to sanctify customs that might otherwise be questioned.
传统常常用来认可那些否则可能受到质疑的习俗。
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