Dedication Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

dedication /ˌdɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun plural dedications dedication /ˌdɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun plural dedications Britannica Dictionary definition of DEDICATION 1 [noncount] : a feeling of very strong support for or loyalty to someone or something : the quality or state of being dedicated to a person, group, cause, etc. It took a lot of hard work and dedication, but we managed to finish the project on time. [+] more examples [-] hide examples [+] Example sentences [-] Hide examples — often + to We admire her dedication to helping the poor. his tireless/unwavering dedication to the cause [+] more examples [-] hide examples [+] Example sentences [-] Hide examples 2 [count] : a message at the beginning of a book, song, etc., saying that it was written or is being performed in order to honor or express affection for someone — often + to His novel includes a brief dedication to his family. [+] more examples [-] hide examples [+] Example sentences [-] Hide examples 3 [count] : the act of officially saying...