allograph
/ˈæl.ə.ɡræf/
noun
- A written form of a letter or character that is a variation of the same basic letter, such as a handwritten 'a' versus a printed 'a'.
- In handwriting analysis, experts study allographs to identify a person's writing style.
- The letter 's' has several allographs, including the long 's' used in historical texts.
- The lowercase 'g' and the script 'g' are allographs of the same letter.
- A document signed by one person on behalf of another, especially in legal contexts.
- The court accepted the allograph as valid proof of authorization.
- The lawyer presented an allograph signed by the agent for the absent client.
- An allograph is often used when the principal cannot personally sign a contract.
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