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autograph

[ˈɔː.tə.ɡrɑːf]

autograph Definition

a signature, especially that of a celebrity written as a memento for an admirer.

Using autograph: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "autograph" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I got his autograph after the concert.

  • Example

    She asked for an autograph on her book.

  • Example

    The baseball player signed autographs for his fans.

autograph Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for autograph

Phrases with autograph

  • to sign one's name as a memento for someone

    Example

    The actor gave autographs to his fans after the show.

  • to seek out and obtain signatures from famous people as a hobby

    Example

    He has been collecting autographs of famous musicians for years.

  • a person who avidly seeks out and collects autographs

    Example

    The autograph hound waited outside the hotel for hours to get the actor's signature.

Origins of autograph

from Greek 'autos' meaning 'self' and 'graphein' meaning 'to write'

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Summary: autograph in Brief

An 'autograph' [ˈɔː.tə.ɡrɑːf] is a signature, especially that of a celebrity, written as a memento for an admirer. It is often sought after by fans and collectors, and can be obtained by asking the person to sign a piece of paper or other item. Phrases like 'give an autograph' and 'collect autographs' describe the act of obtaining or giving autographs, while 'autograph hound' refers to a person who avidly seeks out and collects autographs.

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