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votive [Brit ˈvəʊtɪv, Am ˈvoʊdɪv] ADJ REL

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votif/-ive

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It was surrounded by votive altars and the pedestal of statues. en.wikipedia.org

Votive deposits would be left at the altar, such as food, drinks, as well as precious objects. en.wikipedia.org

Beneath the sculpture there is a steel grating with hundreds of military decorations and votive plaques donated by the soldiers. en.wikipedia.org

For a golden glow, stash them in bronze-tinted hurricane lamps or mercury glass votive holders. montrealgazette.com

Rather than a society depressed and resigned to repeated epidemics, these votives represent people taking positive steps to regain control over their environment. en.wikipedia.org

There are house complexes, a tripartite megaron-type building with hearth and a sanctuary, where votive figures were found. en.wikipedia.org

Lamps or candelabra could be votive offerings, and temple buildings were illuminated with chandeliers or lamp trees. en.wikipedia.org

Wall sconces are available for tea light and votive candles. en.wikipedia.org

Small statuettes of animals were made for votive use and also served as seals, the devices being cast underneath their bases. en.wikipedia.org

They are worshipped and also given as votive offerings by the faithful believers. en.wikipedia.org

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