sign·ing

sign·ing
/ˈsaınıŋ/ noun, pl -ings
1 [noncount] : the act of writing your name on something (such as a contract or document) to show that you agree to something
— often + of

the signing of the Declaration of Independence

Two people witnessed the signing of the will.

2 [noncount] : the use of sign language

The child uses signing to communicate.

3 a [noncount] : the act of having someone sign a contract with a sports team, record company, etc.

The team has announced the signing of several new players.

3 b [count] : someone who has signed a contract with a sports team, record company, etc.

a list of the team's recent signings


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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