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Definition of: canonize
(kan′ən·īz) v.t. ·ized, ·iz·ing
1. To place (a deceased person) in the canon, or catalog of saints; declare to be or regard as a saint.
2. To recognize as part of the canon of Scripture.
3. To sanction as being conformable to the canons of the Church.
4. To give or ascribe glory to; glorify.
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