Meaning of hallow in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈhæloʊ/

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  1. Verb

    hallow

    Etymology

    Old English hālgian (verb), hālga (noun), of Germanic origin; related to Dutch and German heiligen, also to holy

    Definitions

    1. render holy by means of religious rites

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