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comparative more votive, superlative most votive
Dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge. quotations examples
embellishments of flowers and votive garlands
1856, John Lothrop Motley, The Rise of the Dutch Republic, Part 1/Chapter 1
We reached a votive stone, that bears the name / Of Aloys Reding.
1822, William Wordsworth, Memorial, near the Outlet of the Lake of Thun
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. examples
plural votives
(music) a hymn or chant dedicated to a particular saint, or to the Virgin Mary examples