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certificate
/sərˈtɪf.ɪ.kət/
[/sərˈtɪf.ɪ.kət/]
an official document of achievement
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A certificate is an official paper that proves a person has completed a course or passed an exam. It is often used to show qualifications.
Example
He received a certificate after finishing the language course.
He received a certificate after finishing the language course.
Etymology
From Medieval Latin 'certificare' meaning to make certain.
How & Where It’s Used
Awarded on completion of courses, exams, or training.