PRIVY SIGNET
\pɹˈɪvi sˈɪɡnɪt], \pɹˈɪvi sˈɪɡnɪt], \p_ɹ_ˈɪ_v_i s_ˈɪ_ɡ_n_ɪ_t]\
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In Scotland, the signet authenticates royal letters and writs for purposes of justice. Hence the title, Clerks or Writers to the S.
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One of the royal seals, for private letters and grants under the sign-manual, kept by the Secretary of State for the Home Department.
By Henry Percy Smith
Word of the day
tinctura quininae ammoniata
- A preparation made by dissolving quinin sulphate in alcohol [Br. Ph.].