consecration

Words with a similar base: consecration

'consecration'

[consecration.n.01] as in: a solemn commitment of your life or your time to some cherished purpose (to a service or a goal)

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Examples:
his consecration to study

'consecration'

[consecration.n.02] as in: (religion) sanctification of something by setting it apart (usually with religious rites) as dedicated to God

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Examples:
the Cardinal attended the consecration of the church