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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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