Holograph

usgb/ˈhəʊləɡræf,ˈhɑːləɡræf/
noun

A document written entirely in the handwriting of the person whose signature it bears.

His will is a holograph, so it may be hard to prove its authenticity.
Visual representation of "holograph" - A document written entirely in the handwriting of the person whose signature it bears.

Often appears as...

  • handwritten holograph
  • authenticate a holograph

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Legal Authenticity

The term 'holograph' emphasizes the personal touch and originality in legal documents.

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The holograph revealed his unique handwriting.
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Personal Handwriting

'Holograph' in legal context refers to documents drafted by an individual, not typed or printed.

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She kept the senator's holograph as a piece of personal history.
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Proof Challenge

Due to being handwritten, a holograph's validity may be harder to prove in court.

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The judge questioned the holograph's legitimacy without witnesses.
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