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countersign

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Countersign (noun) means a second signature added to a document to affirm the validity of the signature of the first person.

noun
1
A second signature added to a document to affirm the validity of the signature of the first person.
2
A reply given in answer to a signal or sign.
"Only those who give the countersign may enter the Masonic Lodge."
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Etymology

Comes from Middle French contresigne; equivalent to counter- + sign.

parole word watchword password countersignature

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What is the meaning of countersign?
"countersign" (noun) means a second signature added to a document to affirm the validity of the signature of the first person.
What is another word for countersign?
Other words for "countersign" include parole, word, watchword, password, countersignature.
What are the different meanings of countersign?
"countersign" has 2 main meanings: 1. A second signature added to a document to affirm the validity of the signature of the first person; 2. A reply given in answer to a signal or sign.

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