To set apart and consecrate to a deity or to a sacred purpose; devote to a sacred use by a solemn act or by religious ceremonies.To devote with solemnity or earnest purpose, as to some person or end; hence, to devote, apply, or set apart in general.To inscribe or address (a literary or musical composition) to a patron, friend, or public character, in testimony of respect or affection, or to recommend the work to his protection and favor: as, to dedicate a book.In law, to devote (property, as land) to public use.Consecrated; devoted; appropriated.