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signer

to sign

verb see-NYEH Less Common
Communication Writing

Usage Note

Signer means to put one's signature on a document, contract, or artwork. The related noun signature is identical in spelling to the English word. In sporting and business contexts, signer un contrat ('to sign a contract') is very common in press coverage, and se signer (reflexive) means to make the sign of the cross.

Examples

"Il doit signer le contrat aujourd'hui."

Natural Translation

He has to sign the contract today.

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