Hallow is a fairly formalused in serious situations, not casual everyday speech verb that means to make something holyconnected with God or religion; sacred or set it apart for religious use. It is most often found in religious or poeticsuitable for or characteristic of poetry contexts.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈhæloʊ/
Easy pronunciation: HAL-oh (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable: HAL-oh.
Verb meaning to make holy by religious ceremony or sacred use.
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Hallow Meaning
to make holy
Part of speech: verb
Definition: to make something holy by religious ceremony or sacred use
Example: The chapel was hallowed before the service began.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- bless — A close everyday substitute when the meaning is to make something holy or sacred.
- consecrate — A strong formal synonym used for setting something apart as sacred.
- sanctify — A formal synonym meaning to make holy or sacred.
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Hallow Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- bless
- consecrate
- sanctify
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Common Mistakes
- Do not confuse hallow with Halloween, which comes from the same historical root but is a different word.
- Hallow is not usually used in everyday conversation; bless is more common.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does hallow mean?
Hallow means to make something holy or sacred, usually through religious ceremony or use.
What are synonyms for hallow?
Common synonyms are bless, consecrate, and sanctify, depending on the context.
Is hallow a common word?
No. It is a formal or literary word and is less common than bless or sanctify.
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