DEVOTION, n. 1. The state of being dedicated, consecrated, or solemnly set apart for a particular purpose.2. A solemn attention to the Supreme Being in worship; a yielding of the heart and affections to God, with reverence, faith and piety, in religious duties, particularly in prayer and meditation; devoutness.3. External worship; acts of religion; performance of religious duties.As I passed by and beheld your devotions. Acts 17.4. Prayer to the Supreme Being. A Christian will be regular in his morning and evening devotions.5. An act of reverence, respect or ceremony.6. Ardent love or affection; attachment manifested by constant attention; as, the duke was distinguished by his devotion to the king, and to the interest of the nation.7. Earnestness; ardor; eagerness.He seeks their hate with greater devotion than they can render it him.8. Disposal; power of disposing of; state of dependence.Arundel castle would keep that rich corner of the country at his majestys devotion.
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