enthrone

Etymology

From en- + throne; compare earlier enthronize, inthronize.

verb

  1. (transitive) To put on the throne in a formal installation ceremony called enthronement, equivalent to (and often combined with) coronation and/or other ceremonies of investiture
  2. (transitive, figurative) To help a candidate to the succession of a monarchy (as a kingmaker does), or by extension in any other major organisation.

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