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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ordain

/ɔːˈdeɪn/ verb · British & US
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What does ordain mean?

verb

to appoint or commission someone to a position of authority, or to decide or decree something officially. To consecrate or dedicate someone or something to a particular purpose or use.

Example

"The bishop was ordained to lead the church, and he was tasked with ordaining new priests."

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