Dedication
ˌdedɪˈkeɪʃən
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act of giving your time, energy, and attention to something.
ˌdedɪˈkeɪʃən
The act of devoting time, effort, or oneself to a particular task or purpose.
Her dedication to the project was evident in the hours she spent working on it.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're super into playing a game. Dedication is when you spend all your free time practicing, learning strategies, and getting better. It's about putting in the work because you really care!
👶 For kids: When you try really, really hard at something, like practicing your piano every day.
More Examples
The athlete's dedication to training was the key to their victory.
The charity appreciates every single act of dedication and help.
How It's Used
"The team's success was a testament to their dedication."
"Her dedication to her studies was unwavering."
The formal presentation or setting apart of something, such as a building or a book, to a specific purpose or person.
ˌdedɪˈkeɪʃən
A ceremony or act of presenting something to a particular purpose or person.
The author included a heartfelt dedication to her family in the novel.
💡 Simply: Imagine you write a book and you want to honor someone special. The dedication is the little note in the beginning that says, 'This book is for you!' or the act of naming a library after a donor.
👶 For kids: A special message or ceremony that says something is for someone or something important.
More Examples
The ceremony marked the dedication of the new community center.
The mayor spoke at the dedication of the new memorial.
How It's Used
"The book included a dedication to her late grandmother."
"The dedication of the new church took place on Sunday."
Idioms & expressions
in dedication to
As a tribute or honoring to someone or something.
"The concert was held in dedication to the victims."
From Latin *dēdicātiō* (a giving over, consecration), derived from *dēdicāre* (to consecrate, dedicate), from *dē-* (down, away) + *dicāre* (to proclaim, declare).
The word 'dedication' has been used since the late 14th century, initially referring to the act of dedicating something to a religious purpose or person.
Memory tip
Think of 'devotion' – DEDICATION is similar to devotion and commitment