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enthrone

verb

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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈθɹəʊn/

verb

Etymology: From en- + throne; compare earlier enthronize, inthronize.

  1. 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

  2. To help a candidate to the succession of a monarchy (as a kingmaker does), or by extension in any other major organization.
  3. To exalt, to praise.

    The novel seemed to enthrone love as the highest virtue.