Rededicating: meaning, definitions and examples
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rededicating
[ ˈrɛdɪˌkeɪtɪŋ ]
formal use
Rededicating refers to the act of dedicating something once again or for a new purpose. This term is often used in the context of ceremonies or events where an object or place, such as a building or monument, is officially designated for a new use or significance. It may involve a formal ceremony that signifies the change in purpose or the renewed commitment to the original intention. Rededication can be both a spiritual or secular practice, reflecting the importance of the object or place in community life.
Synonyms
reaffirming, recommitting, reestablishing.
Examples of usage
- The community is rededicating the town square to honor its history.
- We are rededicating the library as a learning center for all ages.
- The church will be rededicating the altar after the renovation.
- An annual ceremony is held for rededicating the war memorial.
Translations
Translations of the word "rededicating" in other languages:
🇵🇹 rededicação
🇮🇳 पुनर्प्रतिष्ठा
🇩🇪 Wiedereinweihung
🇮🇩 rededikasikan
🇺🇦 перекріплення
🇵🇱 rededykacja
🇯🇵 再献身
🇫🇷 redédicace
🇪🇸 re dedicación
🇹🇷 yeniden adama
🇰🇷 재헌신
🇸🇦 إعادة تكريس
🇨🇿 znovu zasvěcení
🇸🇰 znovu zasvätenie
🇨🇳 重新奉献
🇸🇮 ponovno posvetitev
🇮🇸 endurheimt
🇰🇿 қайта арнау
🇬🇪 მחדשება
🇦🇿 yenidən həsr etmək
🇲🇽 re dedicación
Etymology
The word 'rededicating' is derived from the prefix 're-', which means 'again' or 'back', combined with the root word 'dedicate', which comes from the Latin 'dedicare'. The Latin 'dedicare' is formed from 'de-' meaning 'entirely' and 'dicare', meaning 'to proclaim' or 'to set apart'. Originally, 'dedicate' referred to the formal act of setting something apart for a special purpose, usually concerning religious or ceremonial significance. The act of rededicating something implies a renewal of that commitment, often in response to changing circumstances or new understanding. The usage of 'rededicate' has been especially prominent in religious contexts, but it has also broadened to include any formal reaffirmation of purpose across different fields, including education, community projects, and historical commemorations.