1590s, "dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow," from Middle French votif, from Latin votivus "of or pertaining to a vow, promised by a vow, conforming to one's wishes," from votum (see vow (n.)).
双语例句
1. The only verdict is vengeance a vendetta held as a votive not in vain.
唯一的结论就是复仇一种仇恨作为一种虚无的奉献.
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2. V : The only verdict is vengeance, a vendetta, held as a votive not in vain.
唯一的结论就是复仇, 一种仇恨, 作为一种虚无的奉献.
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3. Inside Saint - Sulpice , Silas carried heavy iron votive candle holder from the altar back toward the obelisk.
圣叙尔皮斯教堂中, 塞拉斯从圣坛上取下烛台,走回方尖碑前.
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4. Votive candle , placed in a clear glass candle holder is safer and will actually last longer.
