A signature so prominent it became a household name, "John Hancock" is American slang for an autograph. Used when asking someone to sign a document, it benefits anyone needing a formal agreement, from contract signers to petition supporters. The term originates from Hancock's bold, oversized signature on the Declaration of Independence, making his name synonymous with personal endorsement.
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