votive

Etymology

From Middle French votif, from Latin vōtīvus (“votive”), from vōtum (“vow”).

adj

1. Dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge.
   She placed a votive offering at the shrine.
   embellishments of flowers and votive garlands 1856, John Lothrop Motley, The Rise of the Dutch Republic, Part 1/Chapter 1
   We reached a votive stone, that bears the name / Of Aloys Reding. 1822, William Wordsworth, Memorial, near the Outlet of the Lake of Thun
2. Of, expressing, or symbolizing a vow. Often used to describe thick cylindrical candles found in many churches, lit when making a private vow or asking a private intention.
   The church was lit by votive candles.

noun

1. (music) a hymn or chant dedicated to a particular saint, or to the Virgin Mary