English dictionary
devote
verbPronunciation
dɪˈvoʊt
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
verb
- dedicate
verb
- give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause
verb
- set aside or apart for a specific purpose or use
Example sentences
give thought to
give priority to
pay attention to
She committed herself to the work of God
give one's talents to a good cause
consecrate your life to the church
this land was devoted to mining