monogram

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noun

mono·​gram ˈmä-nə-ˌgram How to pronounce monogram (audio)
Synonyms of monogramnext
: a sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name
monogrammatic
ˌmä-nə-grə-ˈma-tik How to pronounce monogram (audio)
adjective

monogram

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verb

monogrammed; monogramming

transitive verb

: to mark with a monogram
monogrammer
ˈmä-nə-ˌgra-mər How to pronounce monogram (audio)
noun

Examples of monogram in a Sentence

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Noun
On either side of the monogram were the couple's wedding date and location in cursive. — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026 Anything sterling or silver-plated, from julep cups to picture frames to utensils, is fair game for a monogram. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 24 June 2026
Verb
These guests can also request to monogram their train case onsite. — Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024 We're also known for find a way to monogram our Easter baskets, so no one is left confused after the egg hunt. — Valerie Fraser Luesse, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024 See All Example Sentences for monogram

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Late Latin monogramma, from Greek mon- + gramma letter — more at gram

First Known Use

Noun

circa 1696, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1868, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of monogram was circa 1696

Rhymes for monogram

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“Monogram.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/monogram. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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monogram

noun
mono·​gram
ˈmän-ə-ˌgram
: an identifying or decorative symbol usually made up of a person's initials
monogrammed
-ˌgramd
adjective
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