'Monogram' definitions:

Definition of 'monogram'

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noun
A graphic symbol consisting of 2 or more letters combined (usually your initials); printed on stationery or embroidered on clothing

Definition of 'Monogram'

From: GCIDE
  • Monogram \Mon"o*gram\, n. [L. monogramma; Gr. mo`nos single + gra`mma letter, fr. gra`fein to write: cf. F. monogramme. See Graphic.]
  • 1. A character or cipher composed of two or more letters interwoven or combined so as to represent a name, or a part of it (usually the initials). Monograms are often used on seals, ornamental pins, rings, buttons, and by painters, engravers, etc., to distinguish their works. [1913 Webster] Monogram. [1913 Webster]
  • Note: The monogram above, combining the letters of the name Karolvs, was used by Charlemagne. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. A picture in lines; a sketch. [R.] [1913 Webster]
  • 3. An arbitrary sign for a word. [R.] [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'monogram'

From: GCIDE
  • monogram \mon"o*gram\, v. t. To inscribe or ornament with a monogram. [PJC]

Definition of 'monogram'

From: GCIDE
  • XP \XP\ [Belongs here in appearance only.] The first two letters of the Greek word XRISTOS, Christ; -- an abbreviation used with the letters separate or, oftener, in a monogram, often inclosed in a circle, as a symbol or emblem of Christ. It use as an emblem was introduced by Constantine the Great, whence it is known as the
  • Constantinian symbol, or
  • monogram. See Labarum. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]

Synonyms of 'monogram'

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