To set apart for a deity or for religious purposes; consecrate.
To open (a building, for example) to public use.
To set apart for a special use
To commit (oneself) to a particular course of thought or action
To address or inscribe (a literary work, for example) to another as a mark of respect or affection.
To show to the public for the first time
One who dedicates themself, or who is dedicated, to the service of some leader, religion, etc.
To worship or extol.
To make (something) appear to be more glorious than it is; regard something or someone as excellent baselessly.
To exalt, or give glory or praise to (something or someone).
Some movies glorify mobsters by making them seem like the cool kids around the block.