epitaph

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epitaph - Devil's Dictionary definition

n. An inscription on a tomb, showing that virtues acquired by death have a retroactive effect. Following is a touching example: Here lie the bones of Parson Platt, Wise, pious, humble and all that, Who showed us life as all should live it; Let that be said -- and God forgive it!

epitaph - Foolish Dictionary definition

A statement that usually lies above about the one who lies beneath.