votive

Meanings

Plural: votives

Adjective Satellite

dedicated in fulfillment of a vow
- "votive prayers"

Adj

Dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge.
Of, expressing, or symbolizing a vow. Often used to describe thick cylindrical candles found in many churches, lit when making a private vow or asking a private intention.

Noun

a hymn or chant dedicated to a particular saint, or to the Virgin Mary

Origin / Etymology

From Middle French votif, from Latin vōtīvus (“votive”), from vōtum (“vow”).

Scrabble Score: 12

votive is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
votive is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
votive is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 14

votive is a valid Words With Friends word