Dictionary Entry
countersign
countersign is a 11-letter English word with 6 senses as transitive verb, adjective, noun, and verb in the JumbleFix dictionary. One common meaning is: To sign on the opposite side of (an instrument or writing); hence, to sign in addition to the signature of a principal or superior, in order to attest the authenticity of a writing. Face value is 14 in Scrabble and 19 in Words With Friends. Use the entries below when you need a playable sense, a nearby word, or another arrangement of the same letters.
11 letters · Scrabble 14 · Words With Friends 19 · 6 senses
Definitions
- 1transitive verb
To sign on the opposite side of (an instrument or writing); hence, to sign in addition to the signature of a principal or superior, in order to attest the authenticity of a writing.
- 2adjective
The signature of a secretary or other officer to a writing signed by a principal or superior, to attest its authenticity.
- 3adjective
A private signal, word, or phrase, which must be given in order to pass a sentry; a watchword.
- 4noun
a second confirming signature endorsing a document already signed
- 5noun
a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group
"he forgot the password"
- 6verb
add one's signature to after another's to attest authenticity
"You must countersign on this line of the contract"
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