Meaning of the word dedicate in English

What does dedicate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dedicate

US /ˈded.ə.keɪt/
UK /ˈded.ɪ.keɪt/
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Verb

1.

to devote (time, effort, or oneself) to a particular task or purpose

Example:
She decided to dedicate her life to helping others.
He dedicated years to researching the disease.
2.

to formally assign (a building, song, etc.) to a deity or a sacred purpose

Example:
The new church was dedicated to Saint Michael.
The monument was dedicated in memory of the fallen soldiers.