Dedication

The act of setting apart or consecrating to a divine Being, or to a sacred use, often with religious solemnities; solemn appropriation; as, the dedication of Solomon's temple.

A devoting or setting aside for any particular purpose; as, a dedication of lands to public use.

An address to a patron or friend, prefixed to a book, testifying respect, and often recommending the work to his special protection and favor.

a short message (as in a book or musical work or on a photograph) dedicating it to someone or something

a message that makes a pledge

complete and wholehearted fidelity