Dédier
Example: Elle a décidé de dédier son livre à sa famille.
Definition
"Dédier" means to devote or set apart something, such as a work or effort, specifically to a particular person, purpose, or cause. For example, in the phrase 'Elle a décidé de dédier son livre à sa famille,' it means she chose to dedicate her book to her family.
Etymology
The word "dédier" comes from the Latin 'dedicare,' meaning to proclaim or set apart, especially in a religious context. Over time, it evolved in French to mean dedicating something to someone or something, often as a sign of honor or respect.
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"Dédier" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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