solemnize
[ sol-uh m-nahyz ]
/ ˈsɒl əmˌnaɪz /
verb (used with object), sol·em·nized, sol·em·niz·ing.
to perform the ceremony of (marriage).
to hold or perform (ceremonies, rites, etc.) in due manner.
to observe or commemorate with rites or ceremonies: to solemnize an occasion with prayer.
to go through with ceremony or formality.
to render solemn, serious, or grave; dignify.
verb (used without object), sol·em·nized, sol·em·niz·ing.
Also
especially British,
sol·em·nise.
Origin of solemnize
OTHER WORDS FROM solemnize
sol·em·ni·za·tion, noun sol·em·niz·er, noun un·sol·em·nized, adjectiveWords nearby solemnize
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solenogaster,
solenoid
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British Dictionary definitions for solemnize
solemnize
solemnise
/ (ˈsɒləmˌnaɪz) /
verb (tr)
to celebrate or observe with rites or formal ceremonies, as a religious occasion
to celebrate or perform the ceremony of (marriage)
to make solemn or serious
to perform or hold (ceremonies, etc) in due manner