subscribed; subscribing; subscribes
Definition of subscribe
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
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
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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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The first known use of subscribe was in the 15th century
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