sigillaryadj.
/ˈsɪdʒɪləri/ 1. Of or pertaining to a seal or signet; connected with the use or making of seals, etc.
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society > communication > indication > marking > imprinting > sealing > [adjective]
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sigillistic1867
sphragistic1884
1652 J. Evelyn Let. 25 Apr. in Diary & Corr. (1852) III. 63 All those sigillary formalities of a perfect instrument.
1895 Athenæum 13 July 57/2 Several of their seals are given, which are striking examples of the sigillary art.
2. Subject to, or characterized by, the influence of a sigil or charm.
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the world > the universe > astrology > [adjective] > sign or device > subject to or influenced by
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the world > the supernatural > the occult > sorcery, witchcraft, or magic > enchantment or casting spells > [adjective] > relating to (use of) symbols in enchantment > characterized by influence of
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a1834 R. Surtees in J. Raine Taylor's Mem. R. Surtees (1852) 233 That maiden kiss hath holy power O'er planet and sigillary hour.
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