Votive
Pronunciation: /ˈvɑtɪv/
Votive (adjective)
- Given or dedicated as a promise or offering to a god or spirit.
Examples
- The votive candles were lit in the chapel.
- She placed a votive offering at the shrine.
Common collocations: votive candle, votive offering, bring a votive, offer a votive
Votive (noun)
- An object given as a gift to a god or spirit, often in thanks or devotion.
Examples
- The votive was placed on the altar.
- They brought a votive to the temple.