Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.
votive
(adjective) dedicated in fulfillment of a vow; “votive prayers”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
votive (comparative more votive, superlative most votive)
dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge
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.
votive (plural votives)
(music) a hymn or chant dedicated to a particular saint, or to the Virgin Mary
Source: Wiktionary
Vo"tive, a. Etym: [L. votivus, fr. votum a vow: cf. F. votif. See Vow.]
Definition: Given by vow, or in fulfillment of a vow; consecrated by a vow; devoted; as, votive offerings; a votive tablet. "Votive incense." Keble. We reached a votive stone, that bears the name Of Aloys Reding. Wordsworth. Embellishments of flowers and votive garlands. Motley. Votive medal, a medal struck in grateful commemoration of some auspicious event.
– Votive offering, an offering in fulfillment of a religious vow, as of one's person or property.
– Vo"tive*ly, adv.
– Vo"tive*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
23 December 2024
(noun) Australian tree having hard white timber and glossy green leaves with white flowers followed by one-seeded glossy blue fruit
Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.