ˈelōjē, -ləjē noun
also elo·gium ə̇ˈlōj(ē)əm, ēˈ-, eˈ-
( plural elogies also elogiums )
Etymology: in sense 1, from Latin elogium; in sense 2 & 3, from Medieval Latin elogium
1. obsolete : an inscription especially on a tombstone
2. archaic : a characterization or biographical sketch especially in praise
3. obsolete : a funeral oration