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   De·vo·tion

   /dəˈvōSH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause: "his courage and devotion to duty never wavered" Similar loyaltyfaithfulnessfidelitytruenessstaunchnesssteadfastnessconstancycommitmentadherenceallegiancededicationdevoutnessfondnessloveadmirationaffectionattentivenesscarecaringwarmnessclosenessOpposite disloyaltyindifferencehatred
   • ▪ religious worship or observance: "the order's aim was to live a life of devotion" Similar devoutnesspietyreligiousnessspiritualitygodlinessholinesssanctitysaintliness
   • ▪ prayers or religious observances: "she went to her devotions" Similar religious worshipworshipreligious observanceprayersvespersmatinsprayer meetingchurch service

   Word Origin Middle English: from Latin devotio(n-), from devovere ‘consecrate’ (see devote).

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › devotiondevotion | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   devotion meaning: 1. great love or loyalty for someone or something: 2. strong religious belief or behaviour. Learn more.

3. www.betterwordsonline.com › dictionary › devotionDevotion - Definition, Meaning, Synonyms, Etymology

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   Dictionary Definition of 'devotion' A deep and profound dedication, loyalty, or commitment to a person, cause, belief, or practice. "He shows great devotion to his religious beliefs and practices." Detailed Meaning of 'devotion' It denotes a state of being wholeheartedly devoted, characterized by unwavering support, affection, or faithfulness.

4. www.oed.com › dictionary › devotion_ndevotion, n. meanings, etymology and more | Oxford English ...

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   What does the noun devotion mean? There are 16 meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun devotion , seven of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDEVOTIONS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   DEVOTIONS definition: 1. acts of religious worship, especially prayers: 2. acts of religious worship, especially…. Learn more.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryDEVOTIONS | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   devotions meaning: 1. acts of religious worship, especially prayers: 2. acts of religious worship, especially…. Learn more.

7. www.wordnik.com › words › devotiondevotion - definition and meaning - Wordnik

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   Definitions. from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition. noun Ardent, often selfless affection and dedication, as to a person or principle. noun Religious ardor or zeal; piety. noun An act of religious observance or prayer, especially when private.

8. concordiatheology.org › 2020 › 10Devotion: A Fundamental Exploration and Practical Guide to ...

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   Oct 19, 2020 · What is devotion? We often think first of “daily devotions”—that is, individual devotional practices like praying and reading Scripture. And certainly, these practices are vital. This paper, however, seeks a fuller picture of devotion and how to live into it.