v. To ennoble textile fabrics, the industrial processes of dry-cleaning, printing and embossing, and sizing and finishing, which together are known as 'ennobling fabrics'.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
v. To make noble; to elevate in degree, qualities, or excellence; to dignify.
v. To raise to the rank of nobility.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
To make noble; confer a title of nobility on.
To dignify; exalt; elevate in degree, excellence, or respect.
To make notable, famous, or memorable.
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v. confer dignity or honor upon
v. give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility
Word Usage
"By thus declaring himself the follower of so fine a craftsman, Dante suggests, he hopes to "ennoble" his own undertaking."