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

: consisting of or expressing a vow, wish, or desire <a votive prayer>

: 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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Latin votivus, from votum vow

First Known Use: 1597

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