TESTIMONIAL

testimonial

(adjective) of or relating to or constituting testimony

testimonial

(adjective) expressing admiration or appreciation; “testimonial dinner”

testimony, testimonial

(noun) something that serves as evidence; “his effort was testimony to his devotion”

recommendation, testimonial, good word

(noun) something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable

tribute, testimonial

(noun) something given or done as an expression of esteem

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

testimonial (plural testimonials)

A statement, especially one given under oath; testimony

A written recommendation of someone's worth or character

A tribute given in appreciation of someone's service etc.

(football) A match played in tribute to a particular player (who sometimes receives a proportion of the gate money).

Adjective

testimonial (not comparable)

Serving as testimony.

Source: Wiktionary


Tes`ti*mo"ni*al, n. Etym: [Cf. OF. testimoniale, LL. testimonialis, L. testimoniales (sc. litteræ). See Testimonial, a.]

1. A writing or certificate which bears testimony in favor of one's character, good conduct, ability, etc., or of the value of a thing.

2. Something, as money or plate, presented to a preson as a token of respect, or of obligation for services rendered.

Tes`ti*mo"ni*al, a. Etym: [L. testimonialis: cf. F. testimonial.]

Definition: Relating to, or containing, testimony.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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