adj
votive
Votive (adj) means Given or dedicated in fulfilment of a vow or promise.
adj
1
Given or dedicated in fulfilment of a vow or promise.
"She placed a votive offering at the shrine."
2
Describes something that shows or stands for a personal vow, such as the thick candles lit in churches for a private prayer.
"The church was lit by votive candles."
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Etymology
Came into English from Middle French votif, from Latin vōtīvus (“votive”), from vōtum (“vow”).
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What is the meaning of votive?
"votive" (adj) means given or dedicated in fulfilment of a vow or promise.
What are the different meanings of votive?
"votive" has 2 main meanings: 1. Given or dedicated in fulfilment of a vow or promise; 2. Describes something that shows or stands for a personal vow, such as the thick candles lit in churches for a private prayer.
