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Added 9 October 2026

certificate

/səˈtɪf.ɪ.kɪt/ noun

In Latin: probatoria Wiktionary

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about certificate at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

A document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts.
A formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends.
he held several valuable securities

verb

Present someone with a certificate.
Authorize by certificate.

Origin

The noun is from Middle English certificat, certificate, sertyfycat, from Middle French certificat or its etymon Medieval Latin certificātum. The verb is from the noun. The adjective is a learned borrowing from Latin certificātus.

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