ELOGY


Meaning of ELOGY in English

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

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