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/
Verb
1.
to devote (time, effort, or oneself) to a particular task or purpose
Example:
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She decided to dedicate her life to helping others.
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He dedicated years to researching the disease.
2.
to formally assign (a building, song, etc.) to a deity or a sacred purpose
Example:
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The new church was dedicated to Saint Michael.
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The monument was dedicated in memory of the fallen soldiers.
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