definition of
bless

[1] #1 bless v. give a benediction to; "The dying man blessed his son". wn

[2] #2 bless v. confer prosperity or happiness on. wn

[3] #3 bless v. [sign] make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate. wn

[4] #4 bless v. [consecrate, hallow, sanctify] render holy by means of religious rites. wn