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lionize
UK /ˈlaɪənaɪz/ US /ˈlaɪənaɪz/
verb 2
Definitions
verb
1
To treat (a person) as if they were important, or a celebrity.
Flare-riding is one of the most exotic and exhilarating sports in existence, and those who can dare and afford to do it are amongst the most lionized men in the Galaxy.
He [Li Wenliang] died of COVID-19 in February, lionized by the Chinese public as a hero and whistleblower.
2
To visit (a famous place) in order to revere it.
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