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ded·i·ca·tion

dedication

 
pronunciation:
de d keI shn
part of speech: noun
definition 1: the ceremony of opening something newly built, such as a building, a park, or a ship.
The dedication of the new ship will take place tomorrow.
definition 2: the condition of being faithful or devoted to something.
We admire your dedication to your work.
derivation: dedicational (adj.)