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dedication

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verbの-Adjective

Definitions

1. dedication
2. offering

This noun refers to the act of dedicating or offering something — such as a performance, food, or an object — to a god or shrine. It is a traditional practice in Japanese religious culture, often seen at festivals and shrines.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

To commemorate the company anniversary, we dedicated a stone lantern to a local shrine.

Sentence 2

Praying for the success of our new product, everyone involved dedicated a votive plaque at the shrine.

Sentence 3

"This is my closure," he said, and dedicated the ring at the shrine.

Sentence 4

Deep in the shrine grounds, a group could be seen performing a dedicated dance.

Sentence 5

As thanks for the answered prayer, I made an offering at the shrine.