signature — A person's name written in their own distinctive handwriting as identification or authorization. Can also mean characteristic or distinctive.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A person's name written in their own distinctive handwriting as identification or authorization. Can also mean characteristic or distinctive.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪɡnətʃər/
Example Sentences
- The celebrity's signature was so messy that fans thought it was a doctor's prescription.
- His signature move in basketball is the backwards dunk while blindfolded.
- I need your signature on this document to complete the process.
signature
NOUN[/ˈsɪɡnətʃər/]
A person's name written in their own distinctive handwriting as identification or authorization. Can also mean characteristic or distinctive.
A person's name written in their own distinctive handwriting as identification or authorization. Can also mean characteristic or distinctive.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'signare' meaning 'to mark' or 'to sign'. Developed from the medieval practice of kings and nobles marking documents with seals or stamps to show authenticity.
Breakdown
sign- (to mark) + -ature (noun suffix indicating result or process)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The celebrity's signature was so messy that fans thought it was a doctor's prescription.”
“His signature move in basketball is the backwards dunk while blindfolded.”
“I need your signature on this document to complete the process.”
“The restaurant's signature cocktail tastes like liquid rainbow.”
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