Signatures (en. Signatures)

[siɲa.tyʁ]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A graphic or written mark used to authenticate a person on a document.
I need your signature on this contract.
J'ai besoin de votre signature sur ce contrat.
A set of distinctive signs that characterize an artist or author.
Artists' signatures are often sought after by collectors.
Les signatures des artistes sont souvent recherchées par les collectionneurs.
A set of characteristics that define a particular style or technique.
His artistic signature is easily recognizable in all his works.
Sa signature artistique est bien reconnaissable dans toutes ses œuvres.

Etymology

From the Latin 'signatura', meaning 'to mark' or 'to designate'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

electronic signature
A valid form of signature on digital documents.
signature électronique
handwritten signature
A signature written by hand by a person.
signature manuscrite
to put one's signature
To sign a document or express one's agreement.
mettre sa signature

Related Words

autograph
Personal signature of a celebrity.
autographe
seal
A mark that ensures the authenticity of a document.
scellé
mark
A trace or symbol that identifies a product or a person.
marque

Slang Meanings

Stylized or unique signature
His style is so distinctive, it looks like his own signature.
Son style est tellement distinctif, on dirait sa propre signature.
Signature in the legal or financial field
He gave his signature to finalize the agreement.
Il a donné sa signature pour finaliser l'accord.