Tes`ti*mo"ni*al (?), n. [Cf. OF.
testimoniale, LL. testimonialis, L. testimoniales (sc.
litteræ). See Testimonial, a.]
1. A writing or certificate which bears testimony in
favor of one's character, good conduct, ability, etc., or of the value of a
thing.
2. Something, as money or plate, presented to a
preson as a token of respect, or of obligation for services
rendered.
Tes`ti*mo"ni*al, a. [L. testimonialis:
cf. F. testimonial.] Relating to, or containing,
testimony.