devotion
noun
profound dedication, especially to religion.
devotions
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pluralof devotion.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The church knew that its faithful — Germans, Irish, Italians, Czechs, Poles, Italians, Latinos and so many more — needed a safe space to maintain their devotions and customs while navigating a new land.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 7, 2023
Local Christians also stand out as they join the devotions, with Palestinian and Armenian scout groups leading religious processions.
From BBC ● Apr. 14, 2023
Ministers offered devotions and the wail of bagpipes echoed in the arena.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 9, 2022
“I think sincerity is more important than burning incense sticks,” she said, after finishing her devotions.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 1, 2022
Auntie looked up from a black book of Church devotions, one she’d been reading since Easter.
From "Ceremony:" by Leslie Marmon Silko
