First Known Use: 1597
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votive
adjective vo·tive \ˈvō-tiv\
: consisting of or expressing a religious vow, wish, or desire : offered or performed as an expression of thanks or devotion to God
Full Definition of VOTIVE
1
: consisting of or expressing a vow, wish, or desire <a votive prayer>
2
: offered or performed in fulfillment of a vow or in gratitude or devotion
— vo·tive·ly adverb
— vo·tive·ness noun
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Origin of VOTIVE
Latin votivus, from votum vow
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