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commendatory
UK
/kəˈmɛndətəri/
US
/kəˈmɛndəˌtɔri/
commendatories
pl
UK
/kəˈmɛn.də.tər.i/
US
/kəˈmɛn.dəˌtɔr.i/
Historical ecclesiastical term for a person holding a benefice in commendam.
Definitions
After the abbot's death, the king appointed a commendatory to manage the monastery's estates.
more commendatory
Comp.
most commendatory
Super.
UK
/kəˈmɛndətəri/
US
/kəˈmɛndəˌtɔri/
Translations
The teacher gave a commendatory speech about the student's achievements.
Учитель произнес похвальную речь о достижениях ученика.
Additional translations
Definitions
The teacher's commendatory remarks boosted the student's confidence.