chirographer

/ˈtʃɪrəɡræfər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who draws or writes an instrument in duplicate, especially a lawyer who drafts a document or a deed

“The chirographer was responsible for creating and authenticating the deeds to the property.”

2. verb

To draw or write an instrument in duplicate, especially a lawyer who drafts a document or a deed

“The lawyer chirographed the contract and provided a copy to each party.”

Synonyms

  • notary
  • scribe

Antonyms

  • eraser
  • obliterator