signatory
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/ˈsɪɡnəˌtɔri/
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/ˈsɪɡnətəri/
party to an agreement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'signatory' originates from the Latin word 'signatorius', where 'signare' meant 'to sign'.
Historical Evolution
'signatorius' transformed into the French word 'signatoire', and eventually became the modern English word 'signatory'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who signs', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a party that has signed an agreement, especially a country that has signed a treaty.
The signatories of the treaty agreed to reduce their carbon emissions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45