Countersign

usgb/ˈkaʊntərsaɪn/
verb

To sign a document that has already been signed by someone else as a confirmation of the signature.

The manager will countersign your contract after you've signed it.
Visual representation of "countersign" - To sign a document that has already been signed by someone else as a confirmation of the signature.

Often appears as...

  • countersign a document
  • countersign a contract
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Official Procedures

Used for additional verification in formal documents or contracts.

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Your passport application will need to be countersigned by an eligible person.
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Higher Authority

A higher-ranking person or authority usually performs the countersigning as a form of endorsement.

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The director countersigned the junior manager's report to approve it.
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Dual Approval

Implies that two parties agree to the terms, with the second signature ensuring accountability.

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The contract won't be valid until you countersign it.
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