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canonize

/kænˈɒnaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does canonize mean?

verb

To declare a person to be a saint, or to make something the standard or most authoritative example of its kind. To establish or make something a standard or model.

Example

"The church canonized the saint after a thorough investigation."

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