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sub·scribe | \ səb-ˈskrīb

subscribed; subscribing; subscribes

Definition of subscribe

transitive verb

1 : to write (one's name) underneath : sign

2a : to sign (something, such 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 : support

intransitive verb

1 : to sign one's name to a document

2a : 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 (such 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 Subscribe now and get your first issue free. And you can listen to this show anytime by subscribing to our podcast. — TED Radio Hour also : to receive or have access to something (such as a periodical or service) as part of an arrangement to receive a certain number of regular deliveries or a certain period of continuous access especially by prepayment the number of people who currently subscribe to the magazine/site

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

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assent, consent, accede, acquiesce, agree, subscribe mean to concur with what has been proposed. assent implies an act involving the understanding or judgment and applies to propositions or opinions. voters assented to the proposal consent involves the will or feelings and indicates compliance with what is requested or desired. consented to their daughter's going accede implies a yielding, often under pressure, of assent or consent. officials acceded to the prisoners' demands acquiesce implies tacit acceptance or forbearance of opposition. acquiesced to his boss's wishes agree sometimes implies previous difference of opinion or attempts at persuasion. finally agreed to come along subscribe implies not only consent or assent but hearty approval and active support. subscribes wholeheartedly to the idea

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Subscribe today and get your first issue free! You'll receive a user name and password when you subscribe.

Recent Examples on the Web The company is working on developing self-driving technology and also offers other unique innovations such as Battery as a Service (BaaS) - which allows customers to subscribe for car batteries, rather than paying for them upfront. — Trefis Team, Forbes, "Do Strong March Deliveries, Recent Correction Make Nio, Li Auto & Xpeng Stocks A Buy?," 6 Apr. 2021 Race fans should subscribe to the Kentucky Derby’s email distribution list at kentuckyderby.com/tickets/newsletter-signup and follow @KentuckyDerby on social media to stay updated on any changes to ticket availability. — Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, "Churchill Downs to sell infield-only general admission tickets for 2021 Kentucky Derby," 5 Apr. 2021 The only way to become an antiracist was to subscribe to the Black Lives Matter ideology, which included critical race theory. — Fox News, "Eli Steele: Justice for George Floyd from honking horns?," 5 Apr. 2021 Anchorage residents must subscribe to the free service to receive the alerts, which were previously sent out by text and email. — Anchorage Daily News, "Anchorage police will stop using Nixle text messages for public alerts starting next week," 5 Apr. 2021 Philo is one of the cheapest options available for cord-cutters, costing a thrifty $20 per month to subscribe. — oregonlive, "How to watch Philo TV: What does it cost? What channels does it have? Free trial info and why it’s cheaper than Sling, other streaming services," 2 Apr. 2021 Watch Day’s full comments above, and subscribe to Ohio State football on cleveland.com on YouTube for analysis and commentary on the Buckeyes year-round. — Nathan Baird, cleveland, "Ohio State football coach Ryan Day on criticisms of Justin Fields: ‘His work ethic was off the charts’," 2 Apr. 2021 According to Nielsen ratings for February, posted last week by AllAccess.com, then-WNRG had a 1.5% share of the overall Milwaukee radio audience, good for 16th place overall among stations that subscribe to Nielsen's rating service. — Chris Foran, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "So long, Ariana; hello, Aretha: Milwaukee's 106.9 FM switches from current hits to 'pure oldies' format," 1 Apr. 2021 For more fun videos with your favorite celebrities, make sure to check out and subscribe to our Youtube channel. — Selena Barrientos, Good Housekeeping, "Watch CNCO Debate Over Collaborating with Jennifer Lopez or Shakira in New Video," 1 Apr. 2021

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“Subscribe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/subscribe. Accessed 12 Apr. 2021.

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English Language Learners Definition of subscribe

: to pay money to get a publication or service regularly

: to agree to buy shares in a company

British : to belong to or support something (such as an organization) by paying money regularly

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sub·scribe | \ səb-ˈskrīb

subscribed; subscribing

Kids Definition of subscribe

1 : to place an order for a publication or service which is delivered over a stated period

2 : to agree with or support I subscribe to the idea that voting is a duty.

verb

sub·scribe | \ səb-ˈskrīb

subscribed; subscribing

Legal Definition of subscribe

transitive verb

1 : to write (one's name) underneath or at the end of a document we now subscribe our names as witnesses— W. M. McGovern, Jr. et al.

2a : to sign (as a document) with one's own hand in token of consent, obligation, or attestation such witnesses shall subscribe the will in the presence of the testator — West Virginia Code

b : to pledge (a gift or contribution) by writing one's name with the amount

c : to sell (stock) by subscription over two million shares have been subscribed

intransitive verb

1 : to sign one's name to a document also : to give consent or approval by signing one's name

2 : to agree to purchase and pay for securities especially of a new offering a right to subscribe to a share of stock— D. Q. Posin