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monogram definition

mono·gram (män′ə gram′)

noun

a character or figure made up of two or more letters, often initials of a name, combined in a single design: used on writing paper, ornaments, clothing, etc.

Etymology: LL monogramma < Gr mono-, mono- + gramma, letter: see gram

transitive verb

monogrammed -·grammed′, monogramming -·gram′·ming to put a monogram on

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monogram Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • bear: Between the window are two very intricately carved ivory mirrors bearing the monogram ' CR ' .

Preposition: on

  • front: Alex Inglis ' cards also have an ' AI ' monogram on the front.

Adjective modifier

  • sacred: Devotional rings have a holy name or sacred monogram on them.

Modifies a noun

  • jf: Fine cast and wrought iron gate incorporating complex designs of foliage, anthemion, rosettes, Earl of Fife's coronet and monogram JF.

Noun used with modifier

  • script: Shown here with a script monogram in flat gold.

Preposition: in

  • gold: Shown here with a script monogram in flat gold.

Preposition: of

  • name: In the center was the monogram of the name of Christ.
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