English
Etymology
Originated 1350�1400 from Middle English dedicacioun, from Latin dedicatio|dédic�ti�, equivalent to dedicatus|dédic�tus+-ion|-i�n.

Pronunciation
Rhymes: Rhymes:English:-eɪ��n|-eɪ��n

Noun
en-noun|s|-

1. uncountable The act of dedicate|dedicating or the state of being dedicated.
2. countable A note addressed to a patron or friend, prefixed to a work of art as a token of respect, esteem, or affection.
3. countable A ceremony marking an official completion or opening.
4. law The deliberate or negligent surrender of all rights to property.

Translations
trans-top|note prefixed to a work of art
Czech: v�nování n
trans-mid
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References
R:American Heritage 2000|dedication
R:Dictionary.com|dedication
R:WordNet 2003|dedication
R:Webster law 1996|dedication

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• 2007-12-02 07:05 - BD2412 - /* Noun */ countable

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