Commending

King James Dictionary

Commending, ppr. Praising representing favorably committing, or delivering in charge.

Note: In imitation of the French, we are accustomed to use recommendation, &c., for commendation. But in most instances, it is better to use the word without the prefix re. A letter of commendation, is the preferable phrase.

Webster's Dictionary

(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Commend