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sign n. [
mark] a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened); "he showed signs of strain"; "they welcomed the signs of spring"
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sign v. [
subscribe] mark with one's signature; write one's name (on); "She signed the letter and sent it off"; "Please sign here"
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sign v. [
ratify] approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation; "All parties ratified the peace treaty"; "Have you signed your contract yet?"
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sign v. be engaged by a written agreement; "He signed to play the casino on Dec. 18"; "The soprano signed to sing the new opera"
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sign n. a public display of a message; "he posted signs in all the shop windows"
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