Main Entry:

vo·tive

Pronunciation:

\ˈvō-tiv\

Function:

adjective

Etymology:

Latin votivus, from votum vow

Date:

1597

1 : consisting of or expressing a vow, wish, or desire <a votive prayer> 2 : offered or performed in fulfillment of a vow or in gratitude or devotion

— vo·tive·ly adverb

— vo·tive·ness noun