enthrone
verb
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Pronunciation: /ɪnˈθɹəʊn/
verb
Etymology: From en- + throne; compare earlier enthronize, inthronize.
- To put on the throne in a formal installation ceremony called enthronement, equivalent to (and often combined with) coronation or other ceremonies of investiture.
“Near-synonyms: coronate, crown”
“ceremonially enthrone”
- To help a candidate to the succession of a monarchy (as a kingmaker does), or by extension in any other major organization.
- To exalt, to praise.
“The novel seemed to enthrone love as the highest virtue.”