Monogram: meaning, definitions and examples

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monogram

 

[ หˆmษ’nษ™ษกrษ›m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

design, fashion

A monogram is a motif created by overlapping or combining two or more letters to form one symbol. It is often used to personalize items such as clothing, accessories, and home decor. Monograms can represent a person's initials or denote ownership.

Synonyms

emblem, initials, logo

Examples of usage

  • She had her initials embroidered in a monogram on her handbag.
  • The wedding invitations featured an elegant monogram of the couple's initials.
  • He received a monogrammed towel set as a gift for his birthday.
  • Monograms are a popular choice for personalized gifts.

Translations

Translations of the word "monogram" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น monograma

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‹เคจเฅ‹เค—เฅเคฐเคพเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Monogramm

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ monogram

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะฝะพะณั€ะฐะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ monogram

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒขใƒŽใ‚ฐใƒฉใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท monogramme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ monograma

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท monogram

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ชจ๋…ธ๊ทธ๋žจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูˆู†ูˆุฌุฑุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monogram

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ monogram

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ•ๅญ—ๆฏ็ป„ๅˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ monogram

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ monรณgram

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพะฝะพะณั€ะฐะผะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒแƒ’แƒ แƒแƒ›แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monogram

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ monograma

Etymology

The term 'monogram' comes from the Greek words 'monos,' meaning single, and 'gramma,' meaning letter. The use of monograms dates back to ancient civilizations, where they were often used as symbols of authority and ownership. In Ancient Greece and Rome, monograms were employed by rulers and notable figures to mark their possessions. The practice evolved over time, becoming a popular method of personalization during the Renaissance and into modern times. Monograms gained particular prominence in the fashion and design industries, symbolizing luxury and style, especially in luxury brands where they are often used as logos. In contemporary culture, monograms are widely used in various personal items, from clothing to home goods, reflecting individual identities and embossing personal style.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,132, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.