Besanctify

/bɪˈsæŋktɪfaɪ/ verb

Definition

To make sacred or holy; to sanctify thoroughly.

Etymology

From be- (prefix to make or cause) combined with sanctify (to make holy); this is an archaic intensifying form following Middle English verb-building patterns.

Kelly Says

This word is so archaic and redundant that it basically proves English decided one sanctify was enough—adding 'be-' just felt unnecessary, which is why the word died out.

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