bless
verbcandidate·updated Jun 3, 2026
to make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection
Framework senses
- §1
- to give a benediction to
- §2
- to render holy by means of religious rites
- §3
- to make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection
- §4
- to confer prosperity or happiness on