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monogram |
3 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Monogram \Mon"o*gram\, n. [L. monogramma; Gr ? single + ? letter, fr ? 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 Monogram. Note: The monogram above, combining the letters of the name {Karolvs}, was used by Charlemagne. 2. A picture in lines; a sketch. [R.] 3. An arbitrary sign for a word [R.] From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: 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}. From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: monogram n : a graphic symbol consisting of 2 or more letters combined (usually your initials); printed on stationery or embroidered on clothing
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