monogram

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mono·gram | \ ˈmä-nə-ˌgram

Definition of monogram

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: a sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name

monogram

verb

monogrammed; monogramming

Definition of monogram (Entry 2 of 2)

transitive verb

: to mark with a monogram

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Recent Examples on the Web: Noun This wallet also looks great with a monogram of up to four letters. — Madeline Diamond, Travel + Leisure, "These Stylish Leather Goods Make Perfect Father’s Day Gifts — and They’re 20% Off Right Now," 12 June 2020 The ladylike handbag came in both cloth with the brand’s signature GG monogram and lambskin, and always included a signature piston strap closure. — Eliza Huber, refinery29.com, "Original Gucci Jackie Bags Are Less Than £300 Right Now — But Not For Long," 2 Mar. 2020 Associated Press To get that monogram tote bag by Louis Vuitton or leather Flashtrek sneakers by Gucci, the go-to place had been luxury department stores. — Anne D’innocenzio, USA TODAY, "Chanel and champagne: How luxury goods stores are trying to lure shoppers from the internet," 23 Dec. 2019 Burberry integrated a rat wearing a pearl necklace onto its monogram. — Kim Bhasin, Bloomberg.com, "Can Rats Be Chic? Fashion Labels Are Trying For Lunar New Year," 8 May 2020 His teacher drew little monograms on the chalkboard using each student’s initials. — Emily Witt, The New Yorker, "Telfar Clemens’s Mass Appeal," 9 Mar. 2020 The location also has a #MakeItTiffany personalization bar, which gives shoppers the chance to engrave symbols or monograms on select products. — Maggie Maloney, Town & Country, "There's a New Tiffany & Co. Vending Machine in London," 30 July 2018 Fire Department Coffee’s logo features the letters F, D and C, intertwined in a stylized monogram, just like the one for the Chicago Fire Department, the Chicago Sun-Times reports. — USA TODAY, "Tibetan monks at turtle release, puppy rescue 911: News from around our 50 states," 3 Feb. 2020 The first look showed Cardi poolside wearing a Louis Vuitton bikini (in a Murakami monogram print). — Christian Allaire, Vogue, "Cardi B Hits the Beach in a Dress with Gigantic Orange Wings," 16 Oct. 2019 Recent Examples on the Web: Verb This tote comes in a natural canvas color, with the option to monogram and customize the color on the straps. — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, "9 Best Tote Bags, Whether You're Traveling or Grocery Shopping," 6 Apr. 2020 Think the pre-recession era of mondo diamond rings, super-sized fur coats, and monogramed tote bags that would put your dingy Outdoor Voices tote to shame. — Steff Yotka, Vogue, "The Year’s Most Coveted Bags Are Officially Also the Smallest," 14 Aug. 2019 The court filing included an image of a kilo of cocaine monogramed with the initials TH, which prosecutors say stood for Tony Hernández. — Washington Post, "US prosecutors accuse Honduran president of drug conspiracy," 4 Aug. 2019 Names painted above coat hooks, monogramed on pillowcases, or engraved on matching mugs give kids a sense of belonging, that all are of one tribe. — Marni Jameson, nola.com, "8 ways to make a house a home for a blended family," 21 Apr. 2019 Kylie Jenner’s daughter, Stormi Webster, is already starting what’s sure to be an epic collection of jewelry, starting with a Cartier bracelet that has been monogramed with her name. — Avery Matera, Teen Vogue, "Kylie Jenner Shows Off Stormi’s Custom Cartier Bracelet," 14 Sep. 2018 Additionally, each bridesmaid wears a custom pair of white leather Aquazurra shoes, which have been monogramed with their initials and the wedding date. — Maria Pasquini, PEOPLE.com, "Meghan Markle Walks Down the Aisle with Her Adorable Page Boys and Bridesmaids: See the Photos!," 19 May 2018 Each place setting had a single olive leaf branch on top of a custom fringed napkin, and menus were monogramed in a vintage Italian typeface on Italian handmade paper. — Brooke Porter Katz, Harper's BAZAAR, "Stellina and David Katzenberg’s Stunning Tuscan Wedding in Florence," 30 Dec. 2017 This charming bedroom from Tobi Tobin has always been a favorite of mine — classic white monogramed bedding in a room wrapped in that marvelous damask wallpaper. — Scot Meacham Wood, House Beautiful, "7 Steps to Your Perfect Bed," 9 June 2014

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monogram

noun

English Language Learners Definition of monogram

: a symbol that has the first letters of a person's first, middle, and last names and that is put on towels, blankets, clothes, etc., as a decoration or to show ownership

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monogram

noun

mono·gram | \ ˈmä-nə-ˌgram