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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
on a gravestone or tomb, an inscription commemorating the dead person.
For his epitaph, his widow chose words from one of his favorite poems. |
| definition 2: |
a brief writing in praise of one who has died.
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| derivations: |
epitaphic (adj.), epitaphist (n.) |
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