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to ordain
01
to officially order something using one's higher authority
Transitive: to ordain sth
02
to officially confer or appoint someone to a position, typically within a religious context such as the priesthood
Transitive: to ordain sb
03
(of a higher power) to prearrange or predestine something
Transitive: to ordain an event
ordain
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ordained
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ordained
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ordainer
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ordainer
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preordain
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preordain
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Example
The religious leader ordained a day of fasting and prayer for the community.
The council ordained the construction of a new bridge to improve transportation in the city.
The king will ordain a special ceremony to honor outstanding citizens for their contributions.
The government ordains strict security measures following the recent terrorist threat.
The university president ordained a new policy requiring students to attend mandatory seminars.
