bless in WordNet English dictionary

1. give a benediction to
   "The dying man blessed his son"
   bless 
   
2. render holy by means of religious rites
   consecrate  bless  hallow  sanctify 
   
3. make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate
   bless  sign 
   
4. confer prosperity or happiness on
   bless