Monogram

Monogram
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]


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