exergue

noun

ex·​ergue ˈek-ˌsərg  ˈeg-ˌzərg 

: a space on a coin, token, or medal usually on the reverse below the central part of the design

Word History

Etymology

French, from New Latin exergum, from Greek ex out of + ergon work

First Known Use

1697, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for exergue

• burg
• burgh