1
religion
: to hallow or consecrate by religious rite or word
asked the priest to bless their marriage
Bless this home.
2
religion
: to hallow with the sign of the cross
He blessed himself before liftoff.
3
: to invoke divine care for
bless your heart
—used in the phrase bless you to wish good health especially to one who has just sneezed
5
: to confer prosperity or happiness upon
God has blessed us with four children.
Examples of bless in a Sentence
The priest blessed their marriage at the wedding.
The water for the baptism has been blessed.
The priest blessed the baby I held in my arms.
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The notes in the orders saying, 'God bless... and thank you!
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Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2025
Hungry to win more silverware and clearly talented, the Nerazzurri are blessed with one of the best and most in-form midfielders in the world.
—Adam Digby, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Listen to this article As Florida’s spring season continues to bless the Orlando area with plenty of sunshine and mild temperatures, event organizers are taking advantage by offering an array of local things to do.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2025
The notes in the orders saying, 'God bless... and thank you!
—Jaclyn Greenberg, Parents, 8 Apr. 2025
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“Bless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bless. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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Etymology
Old English blētsian, blēdsian "to bless, to consecrate (originally with blood)," derived from blōd "blood"
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