Dedicate — synonyms, definition

1. dedicate (Verb)

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dedicate (Verb) — Use entirely for a specific person, activity, or cause. ex. "dedicate one's talents to a good cause"

dedicate (Verb) — Open to public use, as of a highway, park, or building. ex. "The Beauty Queen spends her time dedicating parks and nursing homes"

dedicate (Verb) — Inscribe or address by way of compliment. ex. "She dedicated her book to her parents"

dedicate (Verb) — Set apart to sacred uses with solemn rites, of a church.

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