English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
noun

countersign

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
The response to a sign or signal.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “countersign” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage

Etymology

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

Frequently asked questions

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 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. The response to a sign or signal.

Definitions from wiktionary, CC BY-SA · etymology from Wiktionary