eulogy

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Ancient Greek εὐλογία (eulogia, praise).

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eulogy (plural eulogies)

  1. An oration to honor a deceased person, usually at a funeral.
  2. Speaking highly of someone; the act of praising or commending someone.

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  • elegy – similar-sounding funeral word