votive
/ˈvoʊ.tɪv/
UK: /ˈvəʊ.tɪv/
VOƱ · tɪv (2 syllables)
English
Adj
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Definition
Dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge.
Etymology
From Middle French votif, from Latin vōtīvus (“votive”), from vōtum (“vow”).
Example Sentences
- "She placed a votive offering at the shrine."
- "embellishments of flowers and votive garlands"
- "We reached a votive stone, that bears the name / Of Aloys Reding."
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