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devotion

Pronunciation: /dɪˈvəʊʃ(ə)n/

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Definition of devotion

noun

[mass noun]
  • love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person or activity:his devotion to duty never wavered she was the epitome of wifely devotion
  • religious worship or observance:the order’s aim was to live a life of devotion
  • (devotions) prayers or religious observances: she went to her devotions

Origin:

Middle English: from Latin devotio(n-), from devovere 'consecrate' (see devote)

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