dedicate

//ˈdɛdɪkeɪt//
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Verb

dedicateInfinitive
dedicatePresent tense
dedicatedPast tense
dedicatedPast participle
dedicatingPresent participle
dedicatesThird-person singular
1

To devote wholly and earnestly to a purpose, cause, or activity.

She dedicated her life to helping others.

2

To set apart and consecrate to a sacred purpose or to religious use.

The church was dedicated to Saint Mary.

3

To inscribe or address a book, piece of music, or other work to someone as a sign of respect or affection.

The author dedicated her novel to her late grandmother.