Definitions
To give time, effort, or resources to something.
Word origin
Borrowed from Latin dēvōtus, past participle of Latin dēvoveō (“dedicate by a vow, sacrifice oneself, promise solemnly”). Doublet of devow; see also devout. Displaced native Middle English ēstful, from Old English ēstful.
Used in a sentence
“They devoted their lives to following Jesus Christ.”
“I devoted this afternoon to repainting my study, and nothing will get in my way.”
“He is the Chief of this far Countrey; and to his service, carnal and wicked men devote themselves.”
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Used as a crossword answer2 curated clues
01“Give effort to”6 letters
02“Dedicate”6 letters
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