及物动词

1. 献(身);投(身);致力
If you say that someone has dedicated themselves to something, you approve of the fact that they have decided to give a lot of time and effort to it because they think that it is important.

1. set apart to sacred uses with solemn rites, of a church

2. inscribe or address by way of compliment

e.g. She dedicated her book to her parents

3. give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause

e.g. She committed herself to the work of God
give one's talents to a good cause
consecrate your life to the church

Synonym: giveconsecratecommitdevote

4. open to public use, as of a highway, park, or building

e.g. The Beauty Queen spends her time dedicating parks and nursing homes