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- Hallowed- Today's Word
 HallowedHallowed
 HAL-ohdDefinition (adjective) Regarded as holy, honored, or greatly revered. (adjective) Regarded as holy, honored, or greatly revered.Example They walked silently through the hallowed halls of the memorial. They walked silently through the hallowed halls of the memorial.Word Origin Old English hāliged, past participle of hālgian meaning “to make holy” — related to the word holy itself. Old English hāliged, past participle of hālgian meaning “to make holy” — related to the word holy itself. Fun Fact Fun FactThe word hallowed appears most famously in the phrase “hallowed be thy name” from the Lord’s Prayer, but it shows up everywhere from Presidential speeches to pop culture. It’s often used for places, rituals, or values considered deeply important, especially when there’s a sense of reverence or loss. Think of hallowed ground at battlefields, memorials, or even sports stadiums where legends once played—it’s about history, honor, and awe. 
 
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