kəˈmɪt

ˈkɒnsəkɹeɪt ˈkɑnsəkɹeɪt ˈdɛdɪkeɪt dɪˈvoʊt dɪˈvəʊt ɡɪv set apart to sacred uses with solemn rites, of a church inscribe or address by way of compliment She dedicated her book to her parents give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause She committed herself to the work of God give one's talents to a good cause consecrate your life to the church open to public use, as of a highway, park, or building The Beauty Queen spends her time dedicating parks and nursing homes