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countersign.

A second signature added to a document to affirm the validity of the signature of the first person.

11 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. A second signature added to a document to affirm the validity of the signature of the first person.

  2. The response to a sign or signal.

    Only those who give the countersign may enter the Masonic Lodge.
Where this word comes from

From Middle French contresigne. Equivalent to counter- + sign.

verb
  1. To sign on the opposite side of (a document).

    transitive
  2. To add a second signature to a document, affirming the validity of the signature of another person.

    broadly · transitive
Where this word comes from

From Middle French contresigne. Equivalent to counter- + sign.

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