votary
noun pl. votaries
- a person bound by a vow or promise, esp. one bound to religious vows, as a monk or nun
- a person devoted to a particular religion or object of worship; devout worshiper
- a devoted or ardent supporter, as of a cause, ideal, etc.
- a person who is devoted to any game, study, pursuit, etc.
adjective
- consecrated by a vow
- of, or having the nature of, a vow
See votary in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(vōˈtə-rē)
noun pl. vo·ta·ries a. A person bound by vows to live a life of religious worship or service.
b. A devout adherent of a cult or religion; a committed worshiper: the votaries of Aphrodite.
- A person who is fervently devoted, as to a leader or ideal; a faithful follower.
- A person who is filled with enthusiasm, as for a pursuit or hobby; an enthusiast.
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