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votive
- /ˈvəʊ.tɪv/ UK
- /ˈvoʊ.tɪv/ US
Rhymes with (Received Pronunciation) -əʊtɪv, (General American) -oʊtɪv
Where it comes from
From Middle French votif, from Latin vōtīvus (“votive”), from vōtum (“vow”).
adjective more votive · most votive
- Dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge. She placed a votive offering at the shrine.
- Of, expressing, or symbolizing a vow. Often used to describe thick cylindrical candles found in many churches, lit when making a private vow or asking a private intention. The church was lit by votive candles.
noun votives
- a hymn or chant dedicated to a particular saint, or to the Virgin Mary
- Clipping of votive candle
Translations
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adj dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge
| Español | votivo |
|---|---|
| Français | votif |
| Italiano | votivo |
| Русский | клятвенный kljatvennyj |
Talk about this word "votive." Wiktionary, via Micwyn, micwyn.com/word/votive. Accessed 6 Nov. 2026. votive. (n.d.). In Wiktionary, via Micwyn. Retrieved November 6, 2026, from https://micwyn.com/word/votive "votive." Wiktionary, via Micwyn. Accessed November 6, 2026. https://micwyn.com/word/votive.Cite this
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