Autographed
/ˈɔːtəɡrɑːftɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Signed by the person whose signature it purports to be, often used to indicate authenticity in legal documents or collectibles.
The contract was considered valid because it was autographed by both parties.
- (v.) Past tense of autograph; to have signed a document or item by hand.
She autographed the settlement agreement before it was filed.
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Commentary
As a past tense verb and adjective, 'autographed' emphasizes the presence of an original handwritten signature, which may affect validity or evidentiary weight of legal documents.
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