autograph
noun
au·to·graph
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Definition of autograph
(Entry 1 of 3)
: something written or made with one's own hand:
a
: an original manuscript or work of art
b
: a person's handwritten signature
autograph
adjectiveDefinition of autograph (Entry 2 of 3)
: being in the writer's own handwriting : not copied or duplicated
an autograph letter
autograph
verb
autographed;
autographing;
autographs
Definition of autograph (Entry 3 of 3)
1
: to write with one's own hand
2
: to write one's signature in or on
autograph a book
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Other Words from autograph
Noun
autography
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Examples of autograph in a Sentence
Noun
We asked her for her autograph. There were several autograph seekers outside the theater.Verb
asked the baseball player to autograph the bill of his cap
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Freeman said the girl was trying to get an autograph from Kelly, and that the R&B performer gave her his signature and a phone number. — Jeff Baenen, BostonGlobe.com, "R. Kelly accused of soliciting 17-year-old girl in Minnesota," 5 Aug. 2019 Freeman said the criminal complaint details an incident that occurred in July 2001 after a minor asked the singer for an autograph at a promotional event. — CNN, "R. Kelly charged with prostitution involving a minor in Minnesota," 5 Aug. 2019 The fans were enthusiastic, many staying long after the final whistle in hopes of getting an autograph. — Matt Szabo, Daily Pilot, "Los Angeles Chargers open training camp in Costa Mesa," 25 July 2019 The furor was over an episode involving two teenage sisters, one 14 and the other 17, visiting his hotel room in 1969 to seek an autograph. — New York Times, "A #MeToo Episode From 1969 Casts a Long Shadow for a Folk Legend," 4 July 2019 Boyd congratulated Rutschman and said hello to his parents and almost signed an autograph for a young kid, but – heading out to the bullpen for a major league start – went with a fist bump instead. — Anthony Fenech, Detroit Free Press, "Detroit Tigers' Matthew Boyd returns to Omaha, roughed up by Kansas City Royals," 14 June 2019 Saul is old enough to have, as a 13-year-old boy, snagged an autograph from Babe Ruth at a coffee shop. — Nita Lelyveld, latimes.com, "He’s written novels and run a business. Now, at 85, he’s got a college degree," 13 June 2019 The braiding of the mane is the groom’s version of an autograph. — San Diego Union-Tribune, "Day in the life of a groom on the Del Mar backstretch," 24 Aug. 2019 Freeman said the girl was trying to get an autograph from Kelly, and that the R&B performer gave her his signature and a phone number. — Jeff Baenen, Fortune, "R. Kelly Accused of Soliciting 17-Year-Old Girl in Minnesota," 5 Aug. 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective
Lamar Jackson is coming back to the Louisville area this weekend when the former University of Louisville quarterback holds two autograph signing events at Planet Fitness clubs. — Jake Lourim, The Courier-Journal, "Lamar Jackson will be in town to sign autographs this weekend," 9 Jan. 2018 That attracted autograph seekers and fans waiting for Manning to arrive. — Clifton Brown, Indianapolis Star, "Peyton Manning's mancave for 14 seasons in Indy was St. Elmo Steak House," 5 Oct. 2017 Gates open at 5 p.m. with a free driver autograph session before fireworks at 9 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults; children younger than 13 get in free; tickets can be bought at www.charlottemotorspeedway.com or by calling 1-800-455-3267. — charlotteobserver, "Your guide to fun, fireworks to celebrate the Fourth of July in the Charlotte area," 26 June 2017 Autograph tickets will be sold at the door for $10 per autograph. — Pete Grathoff, kansascity.com, "Former Chiefs, Royals will sign autographs to raise money for Independence officer Thomas Wagstaff," 27 Apr. 2017 Also featured will be an autograph appearance by NASCAR's Cody Lane, a kids area with bounce houses and face painting, and a beer and wine area. — Michele Miller, Tampa Bay Times, "Improvements promised for second SunWest Park Crab and Shrimp Festival," 21 Feb. 2017Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
Inside, Scott autographed limited VHS copies of the documentary. — Joey Guerra, Houston Chronicle, "Travis Scott treats Houston fans to new Netflix documentary," 22 Aug. 2019 Moore later autographed her spike-heel pumps, which Mr. Whittington added to his collection. — Matt Schudel, Washington Post, "Ralph Whittington, erotica collector extraordinaire, dies at 74," 17 Aug. 2019 Fans ask him to officiate their weddings and perform at tech parties and autograph their Lou Seal tattoos. — Rachel Levin, SFChronicle.com, "The Usual: How Lou Seal became a staple at a San Francisco sandwich shop," 9 Aug. 2019 Venus won the match and autographed the ball and gave it to her. — NBC News, "Coco Gauff's parents tell their Wimbledon star teen: 'Go out and see how good you can be'," 8 July 2019 The event was co-chaired by Jeff Cohen and Richard Uria and featured an auction of things such as airline tickets to Israel and a Baker Mayfield autographed football. — cleveland.com, "Seersucker Day in University Heights July 18; All Out of Love at Cain Park; more: Press Run," 21 June 2019 Along with flowers, the Indians left a baseball autographed by manager Terry Francona. — Julian Mcwilliams, BostonGlobe.com, "Red Sox send struggling Andrew Cashner to bullpen," 12 Aug. 2019 Crespo presented a plant autographed by the center staff to Rush to thank him for Kingsland Baptist Church’s support. — Karen Zurawski, Houston Chronicle, "Kingsland Baptist Church provides space for nonprofits," 5 July 2019 Bidding is currently underway for her official Nike 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup Team USA goalkeeper jersey that was autographed by members of the 1999 championship team, including Brandi Chastain, Mia Hamm, and Kristine Lilly. — Emily Sweeney, BostonGlobe.com, "1999 Women’s World Cup soccer memorabilia up for auction," 17 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'autograph.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for autograph
autograph
noun
English Language Learners Definition of autograph
(Entry 1 of 2)
: the signature of a famous person
autograph
verbEnglish Language Learners Definition of autograph (Entry 2 of 2)
of a famous person
: to write your signature in or on (something)
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