votive

adj

1. Dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge.

   “She placed a votive offering at the shrine.”

   “embellishments of flowers and votive garlands”

   “We reached a votive stone, that bears the name / Of Aloys Reding.”

2. Of, expressing, or symbolizing a vow. Often used to describe thick cylindrical candles found in many churches, lit when making a private vow or asking a private intention.

   “The church was lit by votive candles.”

noun

1. a hymn or chant dedicated to a particular saint, or to the Virgin Mary
2. (abbreviation, alt-of, clipping)Clipping of votive candle