votive.
Dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge.
Meaning & usage
Dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge.
She placed a votive offering at the shrine.
Of, expressing, or symbolizing a vow. Often used to describe thick cylindrical candles found in many churches, lit when making a private vow or asking a private intention.
The church was lit by votive candles.
Where this word comes from
From Middle French votif, from Latin vōtīvus (“votive”), from vōtum (“vow”).
a hymn or chant dedicated to a particular saint, or to the Virgin Mary
Clipping of votive candle
Where this word comes from
From Middle French votif, from Latin vōtīvus (“votive”), from vōtum (“vow”).
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