Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lustrate

verb
ˈlʌsˌtreɪt
Definition
To cleanse or purify, especially in a ceremonial context.
Examples
  • The priest will lustrate the area before the ceremony.
  • In ancient cultures, it was common to lustrate temples as a sign of respect.
Meaning
The act of purifying or making something clean, often used in a religious or ritualistic sense.
Synonyms
  • purify
  • cleanse
  • refine
  • sanctify