monogram

n. [ L. monogramma; Gr. mo`nos single + gra`mma letter, fr. gra`fein to write: cf. F. monogramme. See Graphic. ] 1. A character or cipher composed of two or more letters interwoven or combined so as to represent a name, or a part of it (usually the initials). Monograms are often used on seals, ornamental pins, rings, buttons, and by painters, engravers, etc., to distinguish their works. [ 1913 Webster ]

Monogram. [ 1913 Webster ]

☞ The monogram above, combining the letters of the name Karolvs, was used by Charlemagne. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. A picture in lines; a sketch. [ R. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

3. An arbitrary sign for a word. [ R. ] [ 1913 Webster ]