ordains
Pronunciation: [ɔːrˈdeɪnz]
Word
Context: "religion"
(verb) to officially appoint someone to a religious position. It’s like giving someone a special job in a church, so they can help others in their faith.
Example
The church ordains new ministers every year to serve the community.
Example
She was not ordaining any new leaders this month, so the group had to wait.
Example
Who will ordain the new priests this Sunday?
Context: "decision-making"
(verb) to determine or decide something officially. It’s as if someone is making a rule or a strong choice that others need to follow.
Example
The committee ordains that all members must attend the next meeting.
Example
They did not ordain any changes to the schedule, so everything stayed the same.
Example
What does the board ordain for the upcoming event?
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