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dedicate

🇬🇧 UK/'dedikeit/🇺🇸 US
NGSL 3kIELTSTOEFLB1

Definitions

v.

To devote time, effort, or oneself to a purpose or person; to inscribe a book or work to someone as a tribute.

献身于,致力于;把(作品)献给

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
dedown, away, reversal
+
dicsay, speak, declare
+
ateto make, having
=dedicate

Common Collocations

  • 1.dedicate to献身于
  • 2.dedicate oneself to全身心投入
  • 3.dedicate a book著作献词

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She dedicated her entire career to researching cures for rare diseases.

  • 2.

    The author dedicated her book to her late grandmother and childhood mentor.

  • 3.

    Athletes often dedicate themselves to rigorous training for Olympic competition.

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