non-dedicatory
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/nɒnˈdɛdɪkətɔri/
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/nɒnˈdɛdɪkətəri/
(dedicatory)
pertaining to dedication
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-dedicatory' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'dedicatory', which comes from Latin 'dedicatus', meaning 'to dedicate'.
Historical Evolution
'dedicatory' changed from the Latin word 'dedicatus' and eventually became the modern English word 'dedicatory'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'dedicatory' meant 'pertaining to dedication', but 'non-dedicatory' evolved to mean 'not intended for dedication'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not intended or designed for dedication.
The non-dedicatory plaque was meant for general display.
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Last updated: 2025/03/10 17:09