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tes⋅ti⋅mo⋅ni⋅al

[tes-tuh-moh-nee-uhl]
–noun
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.
–adjective
3. pertaining to or serving as a testimonial: a testimonial dinner for the retiring dean.

Origin:
1375–1425; late ME < LL testimōniālis. See testimony, -al 1
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tes·ti·mo·ni·al   (těs'tə-mō'nē-əl)   
n.  
  1. A statement in support of a particular truth, fact, or claim.

  2. A written affirmation of another's character or worth; a personal recommendation.

  3. Something given in appreciation of a person's service or achievement; a tribute.

adj.  Relating to or constituting a testimony or testimonial: testimonial statements; a testimonial dinner.

[Middle English, from Old French, of evidence, from Late Latin testimōniālis, of evidence, from Latin testimōnium, testimony; see testimony.]
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