What does notarization mean?
The act of authenticating a document or signature by a notary public, or the official seal or stamp used to verify the authenticity of a document. A notarization is a formal process that confirms the identity of the person signing a document and ensures that the signature is genuine.
Example
"The lawyer required a notarization of the contract before it could be filed in court."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.