Etymology: Middle English, from Latin subscribere, literally, to write beneath, from sub- + scribere to write — more at scribe
Date: 15th century
transitive verb1: to write (one's name) underneath :sign 2 a: to sign (as a document) with one's own hand in token of consent or obligation b: to attest by signing c: to pledge (a gift or contribution) by writing one's name with the amount 3: to assent to :supportintransitive verb1: to sign one's name to a document 2 a: to give consent or approval to something written by signing <unwilling to subscribe to the agreement>b: to set one's name to a paper in token of promise to give something (as a sum of money); also: to give something in accordance with such a promise c: to enter one's name for a publication or service; also: to receive a periodical or service regularly on order <subscribed to many magazines>d: to agree to purchase and pay for securities especially of a new offering <subscribed for 1000 shares> 3: to feel favorably disposed <I subscribe to your sentiments>