ratify

verb [T]

/ˈræt.ɪ.faɪ/

/ˈræt̬.ə-/ formal

Definition

› (especially of governments or organizations) to make an agreement official: Many countries have now ratified the UN convention on the rights of the child. The decision will have to be ratified (= approved) by the executive board.Accepting and agreeingAccepting and agreeing reluctantlyApproving and approval ratification

/ˌræt.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

/ˌræt̬.ə-/ noun [U]

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