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devotee
What does devotee mean?
devotee (noun): an ardent enthusiast or admirer.
Definition: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where does devotee come from?
From devote + -ee.
Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
What are synonyms of devotee?
Words related to devotee
From Princeton WordNet 3.1.
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What does “devotee” mean?
a fortified defensive structure
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an ardent enthusiast or admirer
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the prevailing fashion or style
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money paid out; an amount spent
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buff
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clue
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dirt
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bulk
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