Meaning
A flourish made after or below one's signature, originally to prevent forgery.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
Inherited from Middle English paraf, from Medieval Latin paraffus or its etymon Middle French paraphe, paraffe, shortening of paragraphe, from Ancient Greek παράγραφος (parágraphos).
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
flourish
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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