Procedure

Notary Public

/ NOH-tuh-ree PUB-lik /

Definition

An official authorized to witness signatures and administer oaths.

Used in Context

“The deed was executed and acknowledged before a notary public.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: notarius, shorthand writer

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