Com-mēnd'a-ta-ry1, n.
n. [Fr. commendataire, Sp. comendatario, It. commendatario, L. Lat. commendatarius.] One who holds a living in commendam.
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Commendatory
Com-mĕnd'a-to-ry2, a.
(50), a. [Lat. commendatōrius.]
- Serving to commend; presenting to favorable notice or reception. “Commendatory verses.” Pope.
- Holding a benefice in commendam; as, a commendatory bishop. Burke.
Com-mĕnd'a-to-ry3, n.
n. A commendation; eulogy. “Commendatories to our affection.” Sharp. “Commendatories of Antony, or . . . panegyrics upon Catiline.” South.