noun
- The act or process of placing something in a shrine or treating it as sacred and worthy of reverence.
- The preservation or protection of something valued, such as a right, principle, or memory, in a formal or permanent way.
Usage: Usually plural; refers to multiple instances or objects of enshrinement
Usage: Figurative use; common in legal and political contexts
Examples
- The enshrinements of religious relics in the cathedral drew pilgrims from across the region.
- The Constitution contains several enshrinements of fundamental human rights.
- The enshrinements of civil liberties in law protect citizens from government overreach.
- Historical monuments serve as enshrinements of cultural memory and national identity.
- The enshrinements of environmental protections reflect society's commitment to sustainability.
- These enshrinements of traditional values are passed down through generations.