bless

Definition

  • v. give a benediction to
  • v. confer prosperity or happiness on
  • v. make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate

Word forms

Past participle
blessed
Past tense
blessed
Present participle
blessing
Third person singular
blesses

Example sentences

  1. vt.

    The priest will bless the new house during the ceremony.