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signature

signature

noun see-nyah-TYUR Less Common
Communication Writing

Also means

signing

Usage Note

Signature refers both to the physical mark one writes and to the act of signing a document. The verb signer means 'to sign', and signataire is 'signatory'. In formal contexts, apposer sa signature ('to affix one's signature') is a common legal phrase.

Examples

"Il a apposé sa signature au bas du contrat."

Natural Translation

He affixed his signature at the bottom of the contract.

Literal Translation

He affixed his signature at the bottom of the contract.

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