[tes-tuh-moh-nee-uh
l] 
| 1. | a written declaration certifying to a person's character, conduct, or qualifications, or to the value, excellence, etc., of a thing; a letter or written statement of recommendation. |
| 2. | something given or done as an expression of esteem, admiration, or gratitude. |
| 3. | pertaining to or serving as a testimonial: a testimonial dinner for the retiring dean. |
| tes·ti·mo·ni·al (těs'tə-mō'nē-əl) n.
[Middle English, from Old French, of evidence, from Late Latin testimōniālis, of evidence, from Latin testimōnium, testimony; see testimony.] |
