enshrine

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   To enclose (a sacred relic etc.) in a shrine or chest.

   • A Phœnix, gaz'd by all, as that ſole Bird / When, to enſhrine his reliques in the Sun’s / Bright temple, to Ægyptian Theb's he flies.
2. 2

   To preserve or cherish (something) as though in a shrine

   To preserve or cherish (something) as though in a shrine; to preserve or contain, especially with some reverence.

   • Warlike and Martiall Talbot, Burgonie / Inſhrines thee in his heart, and there erects / Thy noble Deeds, as Valors Monuments.
   • The minister knew well that he was himself enshrined within the stainless sanctity of her heart, which hung its snowy curtains about his image, imparting to religion the warmth of love, and to love a religious purity.
   • At the centre of Muhammad's achievement was the extraordinary poetry which enshrined his revelations.
3. 3

   To protect (an idea, ideal, or philosophy) within an official law or treaty.

   • Other measures, such as compensation for victims, will be enshrined in the proposed new law.

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