Used as an expression of endearment, gratitude, or (ironically) belittlement.
To make something holy by religious rite, sanctify.
To make the sign of the cross upon, so as to sanctify.
To esteem or account happy; to felicitate.
To invoke divine favor upon.
To honor as holy, glorify; to extol for excellence.
To turn (a reference) into an object.
To show a lack of respect to someone or something.
A lack of respect, esteem or courteous behaviour.