|devə|tē, -vō|-, also -|tā sometimes də̇|vō|tē or dē|vō|tē or |dēˌvō|tē noun
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Etymology: devote (II) + -ee
1. : a person preoccupied with religious duties and ceremonies ; often : one vowed, consecrated, or given over to especially zealous and vigorous practice of his religion
2. : an ardent or zealous follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a cause, an art, a sport) : votary