countersignature

[ koun-ter-sig-nuh-cher ]

noun

1. a signature added by way of countersigning.

Word History and Origins

Origin of countersignature¹

First recorded in 1835–45; counter(sign) + signature

Example Sentences

Many modern women may well remember a time when they could not open a bank account, or sign for a mortgage, without a countersignature from their husband or father.

From New York Times

I had signed the Designated Fund Agreement and was waiting for the countersignature when the school informed me it would no longer participate.

From Salon

If, meanwhile, the members of the Council should have the power, by refusing countersignature, to hinder every future Royal Decree, the Norwegian King would be deprived of participating in the government.

From Project Gutenberg

In so far as is permitted by the constitution, and by laws from time to time enacted, decrees and ordinances may be promulgated by the Emperor, under the countersignature of the Chancellor.

From Project Gutenberg

The governor soon after sent his abdication for countersignature by these members of the ministry, and accordingly the government formally dissolved itself, after having done so de facto in the previous council of ministers.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

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