consignation Meaning, Definition & Usage

Con`sig*na"tion noun

Etymology

L. consignatio written proof, document: cf. F. consignation comsignation.

Definitions

1. The act of consigning; the act of delivering or committing to another person, place, or state. Obs.

   So is despair a certain consignation to eternal ruin. Jer. Taylor.

2. The act of ratifying or establishing, as if signing; confirmation; ratuficator.

   A direct consignation of pardon. Jer. Taylor.

3. A stamp; an indication; a sign. Obs.

   The most certain consignations of an excellent virtue. Jer. Taylor.