Meaning of the word autograph in English

What does autograph mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

autograph

US /ˈɑː.t̬ə.ɡræf/

UK /ˈɔː.tə.ɡrɑːf/

written in the author's own handwriting.

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an autograph manuscript

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

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fans surged around the car asking for autographs

Synonym:

signature moniker

a manuscript or musical score in an author's or musician's own handwriting.

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the earliest version of the work is possibly an autograph

(of a celebrity) write one's signature on (something); sign.

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the whole team autographed a shirt for him

Synonym:

sign