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epitaph

noun

Definition of epitaph

as in inscription

something inscribed on a gravestone in memory of a dead person The epitaph reads "In loving memory of John Gray: husband, father, soldier."

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Recent Examples of epitaph The quote is often cited as an epitaph to Boeing’s golden age. — John Pacenti, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026 The inversion of Ehrlich's nightmare scenario is perhaps the most fitting epitaph for his life's central thesis. — Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2026 That was the takeaway from his interview with Politico, an epitaph for the continent’s migration policy, strategic posture and governing class. — Newsweek Editors, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2025 This famous epitaph is not real, but commonly repeated. — Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for epitaph

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The reverse features a portrait and inscription honoring motorsports pioneer Roger Penske.

— Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 20 Aug. 2026
In the open-air park (Campo dei Nomi), artist Tonino Guerra created moving inscriptions dedicated to his friends Federico Fellini and Giulietta Masina.

— Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

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