signing
adjective
- that makes a sign or signs; that signs or is authorized to sign
noun
- entering into and agreement
- affix a signature
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈsaɪnɪŋ/
noun
- The act of concluding a contract, especially by an athlete or entertainer with a company.
“In basketball signings, Maryland added depth to its frontcourt by signing 6-foot-9 forward-center Joe Smith of Maury High in Norfolk […]”
- A player signed by a sporting organization.
“Early goals from summer signings Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Andre Santos proved enough to give Arsenal a narrow win over Olympiakos.”
- An event held in a bookshop etc. where copies of a book are signed by the author.
- The use of sign language; skill at using a sign language.
verb
- present participle and gerund of sign