dedicate
dedicate Lexical Profile
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• verb
To commit or devote (time, effort, oneself, or resources) earnestly and completely to a particular task, cause, or purpose.
"She decided to dedicate her career to researching renewable energy solutions."
To address or inscribe (a book, musical composition, performance, or work of art) to a person or group as a sign of affection, gratitude, or respect.
"The author chose to dedicate his debut novel to his parents and early mentors."
To set apart or formally open (a building, monument, or sacred space) for a special purpose, deity, or public use with a solemn ceremony.
"City officials gathered in the plaza to dedicate the new public library."
To allocate or assign (equipment, funds, or system resources) exclusively to a specific function or user.
"The hospital plans to dedicate an entire wing of the facility to pediatric care."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the late 14th century from Latin 'dedicatus', the past participle of 'dedicare' ('to consecrate, proclaim, or affirm'), formed from 'de-' ('away') and 'dicare' ('to proclaim').