DEDICATE as VERB

  1. Meaning
    • set apart to sacred uses with solemn rites, of a church
    Hypernyms(s) dedicate is a kind of… Example: animal is a hypernym of mammal, plant is a hypernym of flower Derived(s)
  2. Meaning
    • inscribe or address by way of compliment
    Usage Example(s)
    • She dedicated her book to her parents
    Hypernyms(s) dedicate is a kind of… Example: animal is a hypernym of mammal, plant is a hypernym of flower Hyponym(s) Derived(s)
  3. Meaning
    • give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause
    Synonym(s) Usage Example(s)
    • She committed herself to the work of God
    • give one’’s talents to a good cause
    • consecrate your life to the church
    Hypernyms(s) dedicate is a kind of… Example: animal is a hypernym of mammal, plant is a hypernym of flower Hyponym(s) Derived(s)
  4. Meaning
    • open to public use, as of a highway, park, or building
    Usage Example(s)
    • The Beauty Queen spends her time dedicating parks and nursing homes
    Hypernyms(s) dedicate is a kind of… Example: animal is a hypernym of mammal, plant is a hypernym of flower Derived(s)