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signing

Syllabification: (sign·ing)
Pronunciation: /ˈsīniNG/

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Definition of signing

noun

  • 1the action of writing one’s signature on an official document:he plans to oversee the signing of modest agreements on energy, education, and the environment
  • the action of recruiting someone, especially to a professional sports team or record company:the signing of overseas players [as modifier]:a signing bonus
  • British a person who has recently been recruited, especially to join a professional sports team or record company:Manchester United’s latest signing
  • an event in a bookstore or other place at which an author signs a number of books to gain publicity and sales.
  • 2sign language.
  • 3the provision of signs in a street or other place.

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