devote
Translation
to dedicate, to commit, to apply
Examples
She devotes her time to charity.
She devotes her time to charity.
He devoted his life to science.
He devoted his life to science.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((to sth./sb.)) to give all or a large part of one's time or resources to (a person, activity, or cause) She devotes her time to charity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dedicate, commit, consecrate
Etymology
From Latin 'devovere', from 'de-' (completely) + 'vovere' (to vow). It means 'to vow completely'.
Memory Tips
Think of making a 'vow' to give your time or energy to something completely.