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Britannica Dictionary definition of CERTIFY
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1
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to say officially that something is true, correct, or genuine
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A judge must certify the contract.
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The document has been certified by the court.
2
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to say officially that something or someone has met certain standards or requirements
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The car dealer certifies each car before it is sold.
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Has your doctor been certified?
3
chiefly British
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to say officially that someone is insane and in need of treatment
— often used as (be) certified
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They were both certified and spent the next year in hospital.
