devotion

DEVOTION, noun 1. The state of being dedicated, consecrated, or solemnly set apart for a particular purpose. 2. A solemn attention to the Supreme Being in worship; a yielding of the heart and affections to God, with reverence, faith and piety, in religious duties, particularly in prayer and meditation; devoutness. 3. External worship; acts of religion; performance of religious duties. As I passed by and beheld your devotions. Acts 17:23. 4. Prayer to the Supreme Being. A Christian will be regular in his morning and evening devotions. 5. An act of reverence, respect or ceremony. 6. Ardent love or affection; attachment manifested by constant attention; as, the duke was distinguished by his devotion to the king, and to the interest of the nation. 7. Earnestness; ardor; eagerness. He seeks their hate with greater devotion than they can render it him. 8. Disposal; power of disposing of; state of dependence. Arundel castle would keep that rich corner of the country at his majestys devotion