Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
bless (verb)transitive verb
1.
to hallow or consecrate by religious rite or word
2.
to hallow with the sign of the cross
3.
to invoke divine care for - bless your heart used in the phrase bless you to wish good health especially to one who has just sneezed
4.
a) - praise glorify bless his holy name
b) to speak well of - approve
5.
to confer prosperity or happiness upon
6.
archaic - protect preserve
7.
- endow favor blessed with athletic ability
