Signet

Pronunciation: /sɪɡnɪt/

Definitions of signet

noun a small seal, especially one set in a ring and used to stamp the wax of a letter or document as a mark of authentication or official approval

Example Sentences

A1 I found a signet ring in the antique shop.

A2 The signet on the letter indicated it was from the royal family.

B1 The signet was used to seal important documents.

B2 The signet was intricately carved with the family crest.

C1 The signet was passed down through generations as a symbol of authority.

C2 The signet was made of pure gold and encrusted with precious gems.

Examples of signet in a Sentence

formal The signet ring was used to seal important documents in ancient times.

informal I found a cool signet ring at the antique shop.

slang Check out my new signet bling!

figurative His actions were a signet of his commitment to the cause.

Grammatical Forms of signet

• past tense: signed
• plural: signets
• comparative: more signet
• superlative: most signet
• present tense: signs
• future tense: will signet
• perfect tense: have signed
• continuous tense: is signing
• singular: signet
• positive degree: signet
• infinitive: to signet
• gerund: signeting
• participle: signeted

Origin and Evolution of signet

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'signet' originated from the Latin word 'signum', which means a mark or a seal.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'signet' evolved to specifically refer to a small seal used to authenticate documents or mark ownership. It is also commonly associated with a ring bearing a family crest or emblem used for sealing letters or documents.