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   Monogram (?), n. [L. monogramma; Gr. μόνος single + γράμμα letter, fr. γράφειν 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.
   
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   Monogram.
   
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   ☞ The monogram above, combining the letters of the name Karolvs, was used by Charlemagne.
   
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   2. A picture in lines; a sketch. [R.]
   
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   3. An arbitrary sign for a word. [R.]
   
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   monogram (?), v. t. To inscribe or ornament with a monogram.
   
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