signature

noun

ˈsig-nə-ˌchu̇r How to pronounce signature (audio)
Definition of signaturenext
as in autograph
a person's name written in their own handwriting often given to indicate awareness or consent I'll just need your signature on the application, and then we're all set

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Recent Examples of signature After years of extensive renovation and structural upgrades, the LDS Church will open its signature temple April 5 to the public — Mormons and non-Mormons alike – for six months of unprecedented tours. — Brandon Griggs, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026 The Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative is Dickens’ signature legislation that aims to tackle Atlanta’s massive wealth divide. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026 In 2025 alone, the chain served up 148 million pounds of its signature orange chicken. — Preston Fore, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026 Santanella won the initial court case and Tyler was knocked off the August ballot for collecting signatures too early to get on the ballot. — Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for signature
Recent Examples of Synonyms for signature
  1. autograph
  2. hand
Noun
  • On Saturday, Bueckers was at a Costco on Arbrook Boulevard, with fans of all ages wrapped around several aisles lining up to get an autograph and a picture with the star.
    — Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2026
  • But Dolly stayed on stage, signing autographs, chatting with fans, forever smiling as popping flashcubes signaled someone had snapped another souvenir.
    — Michael Collins, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of autograph
Noun
  • Also in the courtroom was Davis’ son, who covered his face with one hand.
    — Jonathan Landrum Jr, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Observing tips The September full moon is a perfect time to try your hand at astrophotography!
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of hand

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“Signature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/signature. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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