Meaning of dedicate

(verb) give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause; "She committed herself to the work of God"; "give one's talents to a good cause"; "consecrate your life to the church"

open to public use, as of a highway, park, or building; "The Beauty Queen spends her time dedicating parks and nursing homes"

inscribe or address by way of compliment; "She dedicated her book to her parents"

set apart to sacred uses with solemn rites, of a church