official seal (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /əˈfɪʃəl siːl/
Definition
A distinctive mark or stamp, often bearing a symbol or emblem, used to authenticate documents, signify authority, or indicate ownership, typically impressed on wax or directly onto paper.
Examples
The notary public carefully applied the official seal to the affidavit.
Each diploma was authenticated with the university's official seal.
The government issued a decree bearing the official seal of the president.
How to Use official seal
- official seal of approval (collocation)
- Formal endorsement or authorization by a person or body in a position of authority. — "The new policy received the official seal of approval from the board of directors."
- apply official seal (collocation)
- To impress or stamp an official mark or emblem onto a document. — "The clerk will apply the official seal to your passport at the counter."
- bear the official seal (collocation)
- To have an official mark or emblem on a document or object, indicating authenticity or authority. — "Only documents that bear the official seal are considered legally binding."
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