Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

official document

noun

/əˈfɪʃ.əl ˈdɒk.jʊ.mənt/

Definition

A formal record or piece of paperwork created for a specific purpose or authority.

Examples

A birth certificate is an official document required for various legal processes.
The contract served as an official document that outlined the terms of the agreement.
She presented an official document to verify her employment status.

Meaning

An official document is typically sanctioned by a government or organization and can serve various functions such as verifying identities, enabling transactions, or providing legal proof.