commendation

English

/ˌkɒmənˈdeɪʃən/, /ˌkɑmənˈdeɪʃən/

noun
Definitions
  • The act of commending; praise; favorable representation in words; recommendation.
  • That which is the ground of approbation or praise.
  • A message of affection or respect; compliments; greeting.
  • An award or recognition for performance; a medal.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English commendacioun derived from Old French commendacion (praise, approval) derived from Latin commendatio (recommendation, commendation).

Origin

Latin

commendatio

Gloss

recommendation, commendation

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