initialing
Translation
to initial, to sign with initials
Examples
Please initial each page of the contract.
Please initial each page of the contract.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to mark (sth.) with initials Please initial each page.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sign, endorse, countersign
Etymology
From Latin 'initialis' meaning 'of the beginning', which comes from 'initium' meaning 'a beginning'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as signing with just the 'initial' letters of your name.