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   devotion

   /dɪˈvəʊʃn/

   noun

   • 1. love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person or activity: "his devotion to duty never wavered" Similar loyaltyfaithfulnessfidelitytruenessstaunchnesssteadfastnessconstancycommitmentadherenceallegiancededicationdevoutnessfondnessloveadmirationaffectionattentivenesscarecaringwarmnessclosenessOpposite disloyaltyindifferencehatred
   • ▪ religious worship or observance: "the order's aim was to live a life of devotion" Similar devoutnesspietyreligiousnessspiritualitygodlinessholinesssanctitysaintliness
   • ▪ prayers or religious observances: "she went to her devotions" Similar religious worshipworshipreligious observanceprayersvespersmatinsprayer meetingchurch service

   Word Origin Middle English: from Latin devotio(n-), from devovere ‘consecrate’ (see devote).

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDEVOTION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Devotion means loyalty and love or care for someone or something, or the fact of following religious teachings or worship. Learn more about the word, its pronunciation, synonyms, and translations.

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   Devotion means faithfulness to something or someone, or religious fervor. Learn the synonyms, examples, word history, and etymology of devotion from Merriam-Webster.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDEVOTION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Devotion is strong love, affection, or admiration for someone or something, or commitment to a particular activity. It can also mean religious worship or feeling, or prayers or observances.

5. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › devotionDevotion - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   If you feel loyal and loving toward someone or something, that's devotion. If your devotion to your pet hamster truly knows no limits, you might splurge on a solid-gold hamster wheel. Devotion also means a commitment or dedication to some purpose.

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   The noun devotion refers to profound dedication or earnest attachment to a cause, person, or deity. How does devotion compare to love and affection? Learn more on Thesaurus.com.

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › devotionDevotion - definition of devotion by The Free Dictionary

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   n. 1. Ardent, often selfless affection and dedication, as to a person or principle. 2. Religious ardor or zeal; piety. 3. a. often devotions An act of religious observance or prayer, especially when private. b. A religious text presenting a prayer, frequently accompanied by an introductory scriptural passage and a homiletic gloss. 4.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishdevotion noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Devotion is a noun that means great love, care and support for somebody or something, or the action of spending a lot of time or energy on something. Learn how to use it in different contexts, such as family, religion and work, with synonyms and pictures.