verb
ordain
Ordain (verb) means to prearrange unalterably.
verb
1
To prearrange unalterably.
2
To admit into the ministry, for example as a priest, bishop, minister or Buddhist monk, or to authorize as a rabbi.
3
To predestine.
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Etymology
From Middle English ordeynen, from Old French ordiner, from Latin ordinare (“to order”), from ordo (“order”). Doublet of ordinate.
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What is the meaning of ordain?
"ordain" (verb) means to prearrange unalterably.
What are the different meanings of ordain?
"ordain" has 3 main meanings: 1. To prearrange unalterably; 2. To admit into the ministry, for example as a priest, bishop, minister or Buddhist monk, or to authorize as a rabbi; 3. To predestine.