To dedicate
Example: They dedicate time to improving skills
Definition
"To dedicate" means to devote time, effort, or resources to a particular purpose or cause with commitment and focus. For example, when they dedicate time to improving skills, they intentionally allocate their attention and energy to enhance their abilities.
Etymology
The word "to dedicate" comes from the Latin 'dedicare,' meaning 'to proclaim, set apart, or consecrate.' It originally referred to formally setting something aside for a sacred or special purpose. Did you know? The root 'dicare' relates to proclaiming or declaring, emphasizing the act of committing something openly.
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"To dedicate" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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