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enthrone
verb en·throne \in-ˈthrōn, en-\
: to make (someone) a king, queen, bishop, etc., in a formal ceremony
Full Definition of ENTHRONE
transitive verb
1
a : to seat in a place associated with a position of authority or influence b : to seat ceremonially on a throne
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First Known Use of ENTHRONE
circa 1593
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ENTHRONE Defined for Kids
enthrone
verb en·throne \in-ˈthrōn\
en·throneden·thron·ing
Definition of ENTHRONE for Kids
1
: to place on a throne <enthrone a king>
2
: to seat or put in a place to indicate authority or value <The trophy was enthroned on his bookcase.>
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