Meaning of 'bless'

verb

to give a benediction to

Example: "The priest blessed the family."

verb

to render holy by means of religious rites

Example: "I blessed the meal."

Synonyms: consecrate

verb

to make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection

Example: "The religious leader blessed us."

Synonyms: sign

verb

to confer prosperity or happiness on

Example: "Bless you, my child."