solemnize
UK/'sɒləmnaɪz/US/'sɒlәmnaiz/
B2
Definitions
v.
To perform or celebrate (especially a wedding) with formal ceremony; to make grave and serious
隆重举行（婚礼等）；使庄严肃穆
Root Breakdown
Native Englishsolemnizeother
=solemnize
Common Collocations
- 1.solemnize a marriage举行婚礼
- 2.solemnize a ceremony隆重举行仪式
- 3.[solemnize a union]正式缔结婚姻
Example Sentences
- 1.
The couple chose a small chapel to solemnize their marriage.
- 2.
The ceremony was solemnized by a local priest before family and friends.