canonization

noun

1. (countable, uncountable)The final process or decree (following beatification) by which the name of a deceased person is placed in the catalogue (canon) of saints and commended to perpetual veneration and invocation.
2. (countable, uncountable)The state of being canonized or sainted.

   “Following the attribution of two miracles, the next step is for the Pope to convene a meeting of cardinals to agree on Acutis’ sainthood and decide on a date for the canonization.”

3. (countable, uncountable)Introduction into a canon of artistic or literary works.