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Definition certify in British English

certify verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈsɜː(r)tɪfaɪ/
1

to state officially that something is true, accurate, or of a satisfactory standard

Example

Government auditors will certify the financial reports.

Example

Beef exports must be certified safe and disease-free.

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2

to give someone an official document stating that they have passed an examination or have achieved the qualifications necessary to work in a particular profession

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3

to state officially that someone is seriously mentally ill

Example

The doctor said she should be certified.

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Definition certify in British English