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sign in
sign S0398800 (sīn)n.1. Something that suggests the presence or existence of a fact, condition, or quality: A high temperature is a sign of fever.2. a. An act or gesture used to convey an idea, a desire, information, or a command: gave the go-ahead sign. See Synonyms at gesture.b. Sign language.3. a. A displayed structure bearing lettering or symbols, used to identify or advertise a place of business: a motel with a flashing neon sign outside.b. A posted notice bearing a designation, direction, or command: an EXIT sign above a door; a traffic sign.4. A conventional figure or device that stands for a word, phrase, or operation; a symbol, as in mathematics or in musical notation.5. pl. sign An indicator, such as a dropping or footprint, of the trail of an animal: looking for deer sign.6. A trace or vestige: no sign of life.7. A portentous incident or event; a presage: took the eclipse as a sign from God.8. Medicine An objective finding, usually detected on physical examination, from a laboratory test, or on an x-ray, that indicates the presence of abnormality or disease.9. One of the 12 divisions of the zodiac, each named for a constellation and represented by a symbol.v. signed, sign·ing, signs v.tr.1. To affix one's signature to: signed the letter.2. To write (one's signature): signed her name to the contract.3. To approve or ratify (a document) by affixing a signature, seal, or other mark: sign a bill into law.4. To hire or engage by obtaining a signature on a contract: signed a rookie pitcher for next season; sign up actors for a tour.5. To relinquish or transfer title to by signature: signed away all her claims to the estate.6. To provide with a sign or signs: sign a new highway.7. To communicate with a sign or signs: signed his approval with a nod.8. To express (a word or thought, for example) in a sign language: signed her reply to the question.9. To consecrate with the sign of the cross.v.intr.1. To make a sign or signs; signal.2. To communicate in a sign language.3. To write one's signature.Phrasal Verbs: sign in1. To record the arrival of another or oneself by signing a register.2. To log in to a website or network. sign off1. To announce the end of a communication; conclude.2. To stop transmission after identifying the broadcasting station.3. Informal To express approval formally or conclusively: got Congress to sign off on the new tax proposal. sign on1. To enlist oneself, especially as an employee: "Retired politicians often sign on with top-dollar law firms" (New York Times).2. To be in agreement with something; accept or support something: a senator who signed on to the president's tax policy.3. To start transmission with an identification of the broadcasting station. sign out1. To record the departure of another or oneself by signing a register.2. To log out of a website or network. sign up To agree to be a participant or recipient by signing one's name; enlist: signed up for military service; signing up for a pottery course.
[Middle English signe, from Old French, from Latin signum; see sekw- in Indo-European roots.]
sign′er n.sign in vb (adverb) 1. to sign or cause to sign a register, as at a hotel, club, etc2. to make or become a member, as of a clubThesaurus| Verb | 1. | sign in - announce one's arrival, e.g. at hotels or airportscheck inreport - announce one's presence; "I report to work every day at 9 o'clock" |
Translationssign in
sign in1. verb To record one's or someone's attendance or arrival in a log book or register. All visitors must sign in before they will be allowed to see the patients. Would you mind signing your wife in? It's hospital policy.2. verb To access a digital account or network, typically by entering personal credentials; to log in. I'm having trouble signing in to my computer, so I haven't had a chance to check my email yet. The website will ask you to sign in before you complete your purchase.3. verb To allow someone to digital account or network; to log someone in. In this usage, a noun or pronoun can be used between "sign" and "in." I've having trouble accessing my account from home—any chance IT can sign me in remotely?4. noun The act of accessing a digital account or network, typically by entering personal credentials. In this usage, the phrase is hyphenated. If we make the sign-in too difficult, no one will use the app.See also: signsign someone into record that someone has arrived somewhere and at what time by recording the information on a paper or a list. I will sign you in. What is your name? Do I have to sign in everyone?See also: signsign something into record that something has been received at a particular time by recording the information on a paper or a list. I have to sign this package in, then I will be right with you. should I sign in this shipment now?See also: signsign into indicate that one has arrived somewhere and at what time by signing a piece of paper or a list. Please sign in so we will know you are here. Did you remember to sign in this time?See also: signsign inRecord one's arrival by signing a register, as in He signed in both himself and his wife. [c. 1930] For the antonym, see sign out. See also: signsign inv.1. To record the arrival of someone by signing a register: We went to the front desk to sign in. I got to the hotel first and signed us in.2. To provide the necessary information to a computer for someone to be allowed to access computer resources: I signed in on the bank's website and checked my account statement. I'll sign you in using my password so you can access the website's subscriber features.See also: signEncyclopediaSeesignLegalSeeSignsign in
Synonyms for sign inverb announce one's arrival, eSynonymsRelated Words |