Dedicate (verb)

1. Devote time, effort, or energy to a particular task or purpose.
2. Set aside (something) for a particular purpose or person.
3. Inscribe (a book) to someone, especially as a mark of respect or affection.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "devote to a religious purpose"): from latin dedicat- "consecrated", from the verb dedicare, from de- "entirely" + dicare "proclaim".

Examples:

1. She dedicated herself to improving the lives of women in her community.
2. The museum has dedicated a room to local artists.
3. The book is dedicated to his late wife.
4. The singer dedicated a song to his fans.
5. The couple dedicated their lives to helping the homeless.