Immolate (verb)

To sacrifice, especially by burning, as an offering to a deity.

Origin:

The word "immolate" comes from the latin word "immolare" which means "to sacrifice".

Examples:

1. The ancient Aztecs would immolate prisoners of war as offerings to their gods.
2. The priests of the temple would immolate a goat as a part of the purification ritual.
3. During the war, many soldiers were forced to immolate themselves in order to avoid capture.
4. The suicide bomber immolated himself in a crowded market place.
5. The company was forced to immolate its assets in order to avoid bankruptcy.