In 1511, leaders in Mecca believed coffee stimulated radical thinking and outlawed the drink. In 1524, the leaders overturned that order, and people could drink coffee again.
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
28 April 2024
(adjective) of or relating to an inheritable character that is controlled by several genes at once; of or related to or determined by polygenes
In 1511, leaders in Mecca believed coffee stimulated radical thinking and outlawed the drink. In 1524, the leaders overturned that order, and people could drink coffee again.