(chiefly fantasy and paganism) One who dedicates themself, or who is dedicated, to the service of some leader, religion, etc.

(transitive) To set apart for a deity or for religious purposes; consecrate.

(transitive) To set apart for a special use

(transitive) To commit (oneself) to a particular course of thought or action

(transitive) To address or inscribe (a literary work, for example) to another as a mark of respect or affection.

(transitive) To open (a building, for example) to public use.

(transitive) To show to the public for the first time