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Definition of hallowed

hallowed

/ˈhæl.oʊd/
hal · lowed
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• adjective

1

Made holy; consecrated or set apart for religious use.

Example

"The ancient cathedral stands on hallowed ground that has been a site of pilgrimage for centuries."

2

Greatly revered, honored, or respected, especially by virtue of age, tradition, or historical significance.

Example

"New students walked quietly through the hallowed halls of the centuries-old university."

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• Rhymes for hallowed

• Nearby Words

hallmark
halloumi
hallow
hallowed
hallstand
hallucinate
hallucination

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Old English verb hālgian ('to make holy, sanctify, or consecrate'), from the Germanic root yielding modern English 'holy'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hallowed. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hallowed
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