| 单词 | votive |
| 释义 | votive (once / 6832 pages) adj Anything votive has been dedicated or consecrated as part of the fulfillment of a vow. This is a word related to vows: sacred promises people make, like wedding vows. A votive candle is lit when a vow is made. A votive altar has been blessed by a holy person and can be used in making religious vows. Many votive things are related to religion, like a votive ceremony related to honoring a saint. Votive activities should not be undertaken lightly, because a vow is more serious than a regular promise. WORD FAMILYvotive: votively USAGE EXAMPLESHis slab was decorated with three votive candles, artificial white flowers, and a small Koran. The New Yorker(Dec 13, 2016) In the long, dark dining room, they double as votive candles, lighting faces from below: dinner as séance. New York Times(Nov 10, 2016) Metal-core wicks are more often found in votive candles and container candles because they keep the wick upright as the wax melts. Washington Post(Oct 21, 2016) adj dedicated in fulfillment of a vow votive prayers Syn consecrate, consecrated, dedicated solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high purpose |
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