dedicate
/ˈdɛdɪkeɪt/verb
To give your time, energy, or effort to a particular goal or activity.
Example sentences
- “She dedicated ten years to researching the disease.”
- “The city plans to dedicate more money to public parks.”
- “He dedicates an hour every morning to learning Spanish.”
The pattern is 'dedicate something to something', often 'dedicate yourself to'. The adjective 'dedicated' means committed, and authors also dedicate books to people.