dedicatee

dɪdɪˈkeɪti

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing to which something is dedicated, especially a work of art or a memorial.

“The poet’s novel was dedicated to her beloved dedicatee.”

2. noun

A person or institution to whom a work, especially a book, is addressed.

“The author dedicated her new book to her dedicatee, a renowned literary critic.”

Synonyms

  • beneficiary
  • recipient

Antonyms

  • unintended recipient
  • unwitting beneficiary