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- [voh-tuh-ree]
- /ˈvoʊ tə ri/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [voh-tuh-ree]
- /ˈvoʊ tə ri/
Definitions of votaries word
- noun plural votaries a person who is bound by solemn religious vows, as a monk or a nun. 1
- noun plural votaries an adherent of a religion or cult; a worshiper of a particular deity or sacred personage. 1
- noun plural votaries a person who is devoted or addicted to some subject or pursuit: a votary of jazz. 1
- noun plural votaries a devoted follower or admirer. 1
- adjective votaries consecrated by a vow. 1
- adjective votaries of or relating to a vow. 1
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Origin of votaries
First appearance:
before 1540 One of the 30% oldest English words
1540-50; < Latin vōt(um) a vow + -ary
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Parts of speech for Votaries
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
votaries popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 77% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 62% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
votaries usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for votaries
noun votaries
- catechumens — Plural form of catechumen.
- communicants — Plural form of communicant.
- congregants — Plural form of congregant.
- enthusiasts — A person who is highly interested in a particular activity or subject.
- fiends — Plural form of fiend.
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