Both Uses of
commendation
in
Bleak House
- The same authority observes that she is perfectly got up and remarks in commendation of her hair especially that she is the best-groomed woman in the whole stud.†
Chpt 1-3
- I find her what he represents her, to the best of my judgment; and my mother speaks of her with great commendation.†
Chpt 28-30 *
Definition:
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(commendation as in: a commendation for bravery) an official award (as for bravery or service) -- usually given as formal public statement