dedication

noun

1. (uncountable)The act of dedicating or the state of being dedicated.

   “work with dedication”

   “Her dedication is admirable.”

2. (countable)A note addressed to a patron or friend, prefixed to a work of art as a token of respect, esteem, or affection.

   “Her dedication for the book was only a cryptic "Once again, for T".”

3. (countable)The event, or the ceremony celebrating it, marking an official completion, opening, or beginning.

   “Near-synonym: inauguration”

   “The building's dedication is scheduled for next week.”

4. (countable, uncountable)The deliberate or negligent surrender of all rights to property.

   “the dedication of this right-of-way”