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dedication
[ ded-i-key-shuhn ]
noun
- the act of dedicating.
Her dedication to medicine was so great that she had time for little else.
- a formal, printed inscription in a book, piece of music, etc., dedicating it to a person, cause, or the like.
- a personal, handwritten inscription in or on a work, as by an author to a friend.
- a ceremony marking the official completion or opening of a public building, institution, monument, etc.
dedication
/ ˌɛɪˈɪʃə /
noun
- the act of dedicating or the state of being dedicated
- an inscription or announcement prefixed to a book, piece of music, etc, dedicating it to a person or thing
- complete and wholehearted devotion, esp to a career, ideal, etc
- a ceremony in which something, such as a church, is dedicated
Derived Forms
- ˌ徱ˈپDzԲ, adjective
Other Word Forms
- i·tDz· adjective
- ԴDzd··tDz noun
- v·i·tDz noun
- d··tDz noun
- d··tDz noun
- -i·tDz noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of dedication1
Example Sentences
To Young, owning one signals the steadfast dedication that defines the club, as well as a deep respect for the legacy of these cars.
“My intention is to help everyone,” said Lam, at a recent playground dedication in Westminster’s Tony Lam Park.
By the end of day one, she’s already seeing her efforts take shape, confident that hard work will rise to the top — and her dedication will push her teammates.
He added he was "extremely proud" of his crew's professionalism and "tireless dedication to keeping our nation safe".
“Over her 45-year career, Lar left an unforgettable mark on Hollywood through her dynamic performances and dedication to mentoring aspiring actors,” the statement said.
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