devote
Translation
to dedicate, to commit, to allocate
Examples
She devoted her life to helping others.
She devoted her life to helping others.
He devoted a chapter to the topic.
He devoted a chapter to the topic.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((to sth./sb./-ing)) to give all or a large part of one's time or resources to (a person, activity, or cause) She devoted her life to helping others.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dedicate, commit, allocate
Etymology
From Latin 'devovere', from 'de-' (formally) + 'vovere' (to vow). It's like making a formal vow.
Memory Tips
Think of making a 'vow' ('-vote') to give your time or energy to something. You are 'voting' for it with your life.