Votive Definition & Meaning

votive
adjective
  1. dedicated in fulfillment of a vow; "votive prayers"

"Votive" in song lyrics

See how votive is used in real songs:

  • "Light a candle, light a votive"
    DC Talk — It's the End of the World as We Know It
  • "glass lime votive"
    AOL — AOL
  • "pink votive"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "votive"

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