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Signet

/ˈsɪɡ.nɪt/ · noun

Meaning

(historical) An object (especially a ring) formerly used to impress a picture into the sealing wax of a document as a proof of its origin..

Example Sentences

I had my fathers Signet in my Purse, / Which was the Modell of that Danish Seale:
To carry pure death in an earring, a casket, A signet, a fan-mount, a filigree basket!

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Antonyms for signet

Related Words

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does signet mean?

Signet means (historical) An object (especially a ring) formerly used to impress a picture into the sealing wax of a document as a proof of its origin..

What is a synonym for signet?

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What is the opposite of signet?

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How do you use signet in a sentence?

I had my fathers Signet in my Purse, / Which was the Modell of that Danish Seale:

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