dedication

Definition (noun): complete and wholehearted fidelity

Definition (noun): a ceremony in which something (as a building) is dedicated to some goal or purpose

Definition (noun): a message that makes a pledge

Definition (noun): a short message (as in a book or musical work or on a photograph) dedicating it to someone or something

Definition (noun): the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action

Example: his long commitment to public service

Definition (noun): the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action

Example: they felt no loyalty to a losing team