signature

sig·na·ture

noun
\ˈsig-nə-ˌchu̇r, -chər, -ˌtyu̇r, -ˌtu̇r\

Definition of SIGNATURE

1

a : the act of signing one's name to something b : the name of a person written with his or her own hand

2

: a feature in the appearance or qualities of a natural object formerly held to indicate its utility in medicine

3

a : a letter or figure placed usually at the bottom of the first page on each sheet of printed pages (as of a book) as a direction to the binder in arranging and gathering the sheets b : one unit of a book comprising a group of printed sheets that are folded and stitched together

4

a : key signature b : time signature

5

: the part of a medical prescription that contains the directions to the patient

6

: something (as a tune, style, or logo) that serves to set apart or identify; also : a characteristic mark

7

: fingerprint 2

Examples of SIGNATURE

1. There is a place for your signature at the bottom of the form.
2. If we can collect 200,000 signatures on our petition, then our candidate will be included on the ballot.
3. We presented the document to the president for her signature.
4. The bill passed and went to the governor for signature a week ago.

Origin of SIGNATURE

Middle French or Medieval Latin; Middle French, from Medieval Latin signatura, from Latin signatus, past participle of signare to sign, seal

First Known Use: 1536

Related to SIGNATURE

Synonyms: autograph, hand, John Hancock

Related Words: frank, mark; countersign; endorsement (also indorsement)

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Rhymes with SIGNATURE

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