VOTIVE

votive

(adjective) dedicated in fulfillment of a vow; “votive prayers”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Adjective

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.

Noun

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

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